Marinated Crab Legs

Name: Marinated Crab Legs
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 510 min
Ingredients: 2 pounds Alaskan king crab legs; 1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped; 0.5 cup lemon juice; 3 tablespoons olive oil; 1 (12 ounce) bottle beer (i.e. Newcastle Brown Ale®); 1 onion, quartered; 0.5 cup water; 2 tablespoons minced garlic

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Marinated crab legs are steamed over beer and onion. They taste great, even to those who claim they don't like crab. I like to dip them in melted butter!

Recipe by Ashley

Updated on March 22, 2023

Prep Time:

15 mins

Cook Time:

15 mins

Additional Time:

8 hrs

Total Time:

8 hrs 30 mins

Servings:

4

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Ingredients

2 pounds Alaskan king crab legs
1 bunch fresh parsley, chopped
½ cup lemon juice
3 tablespoons olive oil
1 (12 ounce) bottle beer (such as Newcastle Brown Ale)
1 onion, quartered
½ cup water
2 tablespoons minced garlic

Directions

Combine crab legs, parsley, lemon juice, and oil in a large bowl. Stir until crab legs are coated. Cover and refrigerate, 8 hours to overnight.
Bring beer, onion, water, and garlic to a rapid boil in a large pot. Place crab legs in a steamer basket and insert into the pot. Discard marinade. Cover and steam until crab is cooked through, 10 to 15 minutes.

Editor's Note:

Nutrition data for this recipe includes the full amount of steaming mixture and marinade. The actual amount consumed will vary.

Nutrition Facts (per serving)

349	Calories
12g	Fat
11g	Carbs
43g	Protein

Nutrition Facts
Servings Per Recipe 4
Calories 349
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 12g	15%
Saturated Fat 2g	8%
Cholesterol 95mg	32%
Sodium 1913mg	83%
Total Carbohydrate 11g	4%
Dietary Fiber 1g	4%
Total Sugars 2g
Protein 43g
Vitamin C 53mg	266%
Calcium 146mg	11%
Iron 3mg	14%
Potassium 665mg	14%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

** Nutrient information is not available for all ingredients. Amount is based on available nutrient data.

(-) Information is not currently available for this nutrient. If you are following a medically restrictive diet, please consult your doctor or registered dietitian before preparing this recipe for personal consumption.