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Easy Steamer Crab Leg Recipe

Using a steamer to reheat crab legs is incredibly easy! Just place the crab legs in the steamer over boiling water, cover the pot and steam for about 6 minutes. Serve with melted butter and lemon wedges.
Total Time6 minutes
Servings: 4
Author: Izzy

Ingredients

  • 3 pounds crab legs king crab or snow crab thawed
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 lemon

Instructions

  • Fill a large pot with 1 inch of water and bring to a boil.
  • Place the steamer basket in the pot.
  • Add the crab legs to the steamer basket. Cover and steam for 6-7 minutes.
  • Remove from the steamer and serve with lemon wedges and melted butter.