Ingredients You’ll Need

To create a mouth-watering garlic butter crab dish, gather the following ingredients:

• 2 pounds of fresh crabs (preferably Dungeness or king crab)
• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
• 5 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of fresh parsley, chopped
• 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: red pepper flakes for added spice

Preparation Steps

Follow these steps to prepare your garlic butter for the crab:

1. Begin by cleaning the crabs under cold water, removing any debris.
2. In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over low heat.
3. Add minced garlic to the melted butter and sauté for about 2 minutes, or until fragrant.
4. Stir in the chopped parsley, lemon juice, salt, and pepper into the garlic butter mixture.
5. If desired, add red pepper flakes for a kick.

Cooking Instructions

Now that your preparation is complete, it’s time to cook your crabs:

1. Bring a large pot of salted water to a rolling boil.
2. Add the crabs, cover the pot, and cook for about 15-20 minutes or until they turn bright orange.
3. Once cooked, remove the crabs and plunge them into an ice bath to stop the cooking process.
4. After a few minutes, transfer the crabs to a serving platter.
5. Drizzle the prepared garlic butter over the crabs and serve immediately.

Enjoy your garlic butter crab with a side of crusty bread or a fresh salad. For the best results, ensure all ingredients are fresh and do not skip the ice bath after cooking to maintain the crabs’ texture!