Garlic Crab Legs Extravaganza

Ingredients and Weight:

• 8 large king crab legs (about 4 - 6 pounds)
• 1 cup unsalted butter, melted
• 1 cup chopped fresh parsley
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh dill
• 1/4 cup minced garlic (about 8 cloves)
• 1/4 cup lemon juice
• 1/4 cup white wine
• 1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tablespoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper

Preparation Time:

• 15 minutes

Cooking Time:

• 30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

• 2 (Easy)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C).
2. Rinse and pat crab legs dry.
3. In a large bowl, combine melted butter, parsley, dill, garlic, lemon juice, white wine, Old Bay seasoning, salt, and pepper.
4. Brush the crab legs generously with the garlic butter mixture.
5. Place on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
6. Bake for 25-30 minutes, or until crab legs are cooked through and the shells are bright red.

Nutritional Information:

• Calories: 480 per crab leg (approximately)
• Fat: 36g
• Protein: 30g
• Carbohydrates: 2g

Dish Characteristics:

• Succulent and flavorful crab legs
• Aromatic garlic and herb butter
• Vibrant red shells
• Ideal for special occasions or seafood enthusiasts

User Comments:

• "The Garlic Crab Legs were absolutely divine! The crab was tender and juicy, and the garlic butter sauce was rich and savory."
• "This dish was a hit at my party. It was easy to prepare and the guests raved about the taste."
• "The crab legs were cooked to perfection and the garlic butter sauce was a perfect complement."
• "I highly recommend this recipe to anyone who loves crab legs."
• "This will definitely be my go-to recipe for crab legs from now on."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• Be careful when handling raw crab legs, as the shells can be sharp.
• Use a crab cracker or kitchen shears to crack the crab legs before cooking.
• If you don't have white wine, you can substitute chicken broth or water.
• Serve the Garlic Crab Legs warm with melted butter for dipping.