How to Cook Snow Crab Legs (4 Ways)
Crab legs are surprisingly easy to cook and can be made (from fresh or frozen) in just a matter of minutes. This tutorial will show you how to cook snow crab legs using four different cooking methods to achieve delicate and flavorful crab meat every time!
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Fill a large stockpot with 2" of water and place it over medium-high heat. Bring the water to a boil. When the water is boiling, reduce the heat to medium and add the lemon halves, butter, and seafood seasoning. Stir to combine. Add the snow crab clusters and place a tight fitting lid on top of the pot. Cook the crab legs for 8 minutes, or until they are bright red in color and seaming hot. Serve immediately.
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NotesStorage: Crab legs are best enjoyed fresh–I recommend eating them immediately after they are cooked. However, leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 48 hours.
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