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5 INGREDIENTS • 11 STEPS • 1HR

Steamed Alaskan King Crab LegsRecipe

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1 ratingThis recipe shows you how to make clarified butter to dip the crab meat into, and I also show you how easy it is to steam Alaskan King Crab legs.Love This Recipe?Save RecipeAdd to planlogoSteamed Alaskan King Crab LegsSaveThis recipe shows you how to make clarified butter to dip the crab meat into, and I also show you how easy it is to steam Alaskan King Crab legs.author_avatarSmoky Ribs BBQHere you will find southern barbecue, Gulf Coast seafood, Cajun cuisine, and more great recipes!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0UPLkKVX3qyiQ8MqQgYw8Q

1HR

Total Time

$13.81

Cost Per Serving

Ingredients

Servings8123456810121416us / metricSalted Butter1 cupSalted ButterCajun Seasoning4 TbspCajun SeasoningWater16 cupsWaterLemon8 LemonsAlaskan King Crab Leg5.5 lbAlaskan King Crab Legs

Nutrition Per Serving

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Nutrition Per Serving

Calories462% Daily Value*Fat25.6 g33%Saturated Fat14.6 g73%Trans Fat0.9 g--Cholesterol304.2 mg101%Carbohydrates7.9 g3%Fiber2.4 g9%Sugars2.1 g--Protein57.0 g114%Sodium3173.1 mg138%Vitamin D----Calcium647.6 mg50%Iron5.2 mg29%Potassium688.5 mg15%*Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.Disclaimer: All information and tools presented and written within this site are intended for informational purposes only. If you have any concerns or questions about your health, please consult with a physician or other health-care professional.Calories462Fat25.6 gProtein57.0 gCarbs7.9 gLove This Recipe?Save RecipeAdd to planlogoSteamed Alaskan King Crab LegsSaveauthor_avatarSmoky Ribs BBQHere you will find southern barbecue, Gulf Coast seafood, Cajun cuisine, and more great recipes!https://www.youtube.com/channel/UC0UPLkKVX3qyiQ8MqQgYw8Q

Cooking Instructions

Hide imagesstep 1For the dipping sauce, in a saucepan under low heat, melt Salted Butter (1 cup).step 1 For the dipping sauce, in a saucepan under low heat, melt Salted Butter (1 cup).step 2Once melted, let it similar for about a minute. Cut the fire off and let it settle. Make clarified butter by removing all the foam at the top.step 2 Once melted, let it similar for about a minute. Cut the fire off and let it settle. Make clarified butter by removing all the foam at the top.step 3Strain the clarified butter into another container or pot to collect the fats at the bottom of the saucepan.step 3 Strain the clarified butter into another container or pot to collect the fats at the bottom of the saucepan.step 4Pour the clarified butter back into the saucepan, simmer over low heat and mix in Cajun Seasoning (1 Tbsp).step 4 Pour the clarified butter back into the saucepan, simmer over low heat and mix in Cajun Seasoning (1 Tbsp).step 5Squeeze in and mix the juiced Lemon (1). Bring to a simmer and set aside.step 5 Squeeze in and mix the juiced Lemon (1). Bring to a simmer and set aside.step 6Juice Lemons (7) into a bowl. In a large rocket pot that fits your crab legs, add Water (16 cups) and freshly squeezed lemon juice.step 6 Juice Lemons (7) into a bowl. In a large rocket pot that fits your crab legs, add Water (16 cups) and freshly squeezed lemon juice.step 7Sprinkle in Cajun Seasoning (3 Tbsp).step 7 Sprinkle in Cajun Seasoning (3 Tbsp).step 8Add Alaskan King Crab Legs (5.5 lb) in the steamer basket.step 8 Add Alaskan King Crab Legs (5.5 lb) in the steamer basket.step 9Stab one of the crab legs with a thermometer. Bring the cold pot to a boil to steam the crabs and stop steaming when it reaches 145 degrees F (60 degrees C).step 9 Stab one of the crab legs with a thermometer. Bring the cold pot to a boil to steam the crabs and stop steaming when it reaches 145 degrees F (60 degrees C).step 10When it reaches desired temp, turn off the hear and reheat your clarified butter. Remove crabs from the steamer and serve.step 10 When it reaches desired temp, turn off the hear and reheat your clarified butter. Remove crabs from the steamer and serve.step 11Split the legs at the knuckles and use scissors to cut right up the shell to uncover the meat. Dip in the butter and enjoy!step 11 Split the legs at the knuckles and use scissors to cut right up the shell to uncover the meat. Dip in the butter and enjoy!Add to planAdd to Cart

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