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Snow Crab vs King Crab – explore the differences between the two popular crabs! Whether you’re ordering in a restaurant or cook your own at home, you’ll find everything you need with this complete guide.
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Snow Crab vs King Crab (Crab Legs Recipe )

Learn how to cook snow crab and king crab legs with this easy recipe guide.
Prep Time5 minutes
Cook Time8 minutes
Total Time13 minutes
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: American
Keyword: Snow crab vs king crab
Servings: 4 servings
Author: Izzy

Ingredients

  • 3-4 pounds crab legs snow crab or king crab
  • 1/4 cup unsalted butter melted
  • 1 lemon
  • 1/2 tablespoon freshly chopped parsley plus more for garnishing

Instructions

  • Thaw crab legs in the fridge the night before. (If you forget to thaw them before cooking, you can place them under cold running water for about 15 minutes.)
  • Preheat oven to 375°F (191°C).
  • In a small bowl, mix together melted butter and chopped parsley.
  • Place the crab legs on a baking sheet and brush with the butter and parsley mixture.
  • Bake for 7-8 minutes or until cooked through.
  • Remove from oven and sprinkle more fresh parsley on top.
  • Serve with lemon wedges and melted butter.

Notes

  • Make sure you don’t overcook the crab legs, otherwise, they can get rubbery and chewy.