Baked crab legs in butter sauce

.” Baked crab legs in butter sauce is a delicious seafood dish that’s relatively easy to prepare. Here’s a basic recipe:

Ingredients:

• 2 pounds of crab legs (typically pre-cooked and frozen)
• 1/2 cup of unsalted butter
• 2-3 cloves of garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon of fresh lemon juice
• 1 teaspoon of chopped fresh parsley
• Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions:

1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
2. Thaw the crab legs if they are frozen. You can do this by placing them in the refrigerator for a few hours or by running cold water over them.
3. In a small saucepan, melt the butter over low heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for about 1-2 minutes until the garlic is fragrant but not browned.
4. Stir in the lemon juice, chopped parsley, salt, and pepper. Mix everything well.
5. Place the crab legs in a baking dish or on a baking sheet. You can crack the crab legs slightly to make it easier to eat, but it’s not necessary.
6. Pour the butter sauce over the crab legs, making sure to coat them evenly.
7. Bake the crab legs in the preheated oven for about 15-20 minutes or until they are heated through. The exact time may vary depending on the size of the crab legs, so keep an eye on them.
8. Once the crab legs are hot and the butter sauce is bubbling, remove them from the oven.
9. Serve the baked crab legs with additional lemon wedges and some crusty bread to soak up the delicious butter sauce.

Enjoy your baked crab legs in butter sauce! This dish is perfect for a special seafood dinner or a celebration.