King Crab Legs
Succulent and sweet king crab legs glazed with a buttery, garlicky Old Bay sauce, baked to tender perfection.
Ingredients
For the Crab
- 3 pounds king crab legs Pre-cooked
For the Butter Sauce
- 8 tablespoons butter Approximately 1 stick
- 1 tablespoon Old Bay Seasoning
- 1 teaspoon lemon juice Fresh lemon is best
- 1 clove garlic, minced
For Serving
- reserved butter mixture from directions For dipping
Instructions
Preparation
- Preheat your oven to 400°F (205°C). Line a baking pan with large pieces of aluminum foil.
- Place the crab legs in a single layer on top of the foil and set aside.
Make the Butter Mixture
- In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt 8 tablespoons of butter.
- Whisk in 1 tablespoon of Old Bay Seasoning, 1 teaspoon of lemon juice, and the minced clove of garlic. Remove from heat and reserve half of the mixture for dipping later.
Brush the Crab Legs
- Using a pastry brush, coat the crab legs generously with the butter mixture.
Tent the Foil Packet
- Bring the four sides of the aluminum foil together and loosely tent them around the crab legs.
Bake
- Place the pan in the preheated oven and bake for 20–25 minutes.
Rest and Serve
- Allow the crab legs to cool for about 5 minutes before serving.
- Serve with the reserved Old Bay butter mixture for dipping.
Notes
Serve with crusty bread or a simple salad. Provides a great comfort food experience. Adjust seasoning as preferred.