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crab legs in oven

Crab Legs in Oven: 7 Reasons You’ll Love This Recipe


  • Author: Julia marin
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Baked crab legs are a delicious and easy seafood dish.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 pounds of crab legs
  • 4 tablespoons of melted butter
  • 2 cloves of garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon of lemon juice
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 375°F (190°C).
  2. Place crab legs in a baking dish.
  3. In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, salt, and pepper.
  4. Pour the mixture over the crab legs.
  5. Cover the dish with aluminum foil.
  6. Bake for 25-30 minutes.
  7. Remove foil and bake for an additional 5 minutes for a crispy finish.

Notes

  • Serve with additional melted butter for dipping.
  • Use fresh crab legs for the best flavor.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Seafood
  • Method: Baking
  • Cuisine: American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 pound
  • Calories: 300
  • Sugar: 0g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 10g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 5g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 0g
  • Fiber: 0g
  • Protein: 30g
  • Cholesterol: 100mg

Keywords: crab legs, baked crab legs, seafood