Garlic Butter Crab Legs

These Garlic Butter Crab Legs are juicy, tender, and drenched in a rich, aromatic butter sauce packed with garlic, herbs, and a hint of spice. The crab legs boil quickly in seasoned water, absorbing subtle citrus and Old Bay flavor before being coated in silky, fragrant garlic butter. This dish is perfect for seafood lovers looking for an easy yet impressive meal—ideal for weeknights, holidays, or any time you want restaurant-style crab at home.

Ingredients

For the Crab Legs

• 2 lbs crab legs (king crab, snow crab, or lobster claws)
• 4 cups water
• 1 lemon, cut into wedges
• 1 tbsp Old Bay seasoning

For the Garlic Butter Sauce

• 1 cup unsalted butter (2 sticks)
• 6 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp fresh lemon juice
• 1 tsp Old Bay seasoning
• ½ tsp paprika
• ½ tsp red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
• 1 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped
  

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