How to Cook King Crab Legs

King crab legs are easy to prepare.

King crab legs are a delicious delicacy. Cooking them is not tough. In fact, the key to doing the job right is to make sure you don't overcook them. Since most crab legs are cooked fresh, then sold frozen, all you have to do is reheat the meat. Then melt some butter and dinner is ready.

Things You'll Need

• Crab legs
• Large pot
• Salt
• Water
• Melted butter
• Lemon wedges

Instructions

1. Pour 2 to 3 cups of water into a large pot or steamer, add salt and bring to a boil.

2. Place your crab legs onto a rack in the bottom of the pot.

3. Steam the crab legs for 5 to 7 minutes after the water begins to boil again.

4. Remove the legs from the heat and serve with melted butter and lemon wedges.

Tips & Warnings

• Make sure the crab legs are steamed above the level of the boiling water.

References

• HelpWithCooking.com: Crab Leg Cooking Tips

Resources

• Read this Article in Spanish