Best 3 Steamed Crab Legs With Four Sauces Recipes

Indulge in the succulent flavors of steamed crab legs elevated with a quartet of delectable sauces that will tantalize your taste buds and transform your seafood experience into a culinary delight. From the classic melted butter to the zesty lemon-herb sauce, the spicy remoulade to the creamy garlic aioli, these sauces bring a symphony of flavors to each tender bite of crab leg, creating a harmonious balance that will leave you craving more. With easy-to-follow instructions and tips for selecting the freshest crab legs, this article will guide you on a culinary journey to savor this seafood delicacy like never before.

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STEAMED CRAB LEGS WITH FOUR SAUCES RECIPE - (4.5/5)

Steamed Crab Legs with Four Sauces Recipe - (4.5/5) image

Provided by ruthg

Number Of Ingredients 55

Ingredients

1 1 1 lemon sliced, plus halves for serving
to salt to taste
3 3 3 lb. precooked king or snow crab, clusters or legs
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BRANDY MAYONNAISE
1 3/4 1 3/4 CUPS
INGREDIENTS
1 1 1 cup mayonnaise
3 3 3 tbsp. brandy
3 3 3 tbsp. ketchup
2 2 2 tbsp. sour cream
2 2 2 tsp. Dijon mustard
1 Zest and juice of 1 lemon
to salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
Combine ingredients in a bowl; stir until smooth.
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CLARIFIED BUTTER WITH GARLIC AND CHIVES
1 ABOUT 1 CUP
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INGREDIENTS
2 2 2 cloves crushed garlic
2 2 2 small fresh red Thai chiles, sliced in half
16 16 16 tbsp. unsalted butter
INSTRUCTIONS
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TARTAR SAUCE
1 1/2 1 1/2 CUPS
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INGREDIENTS
1 1 1 cup mayonnaise
1/3 1/3 1/3 cup capers, drained and finely chopped
1 1 1 small shallot, finely chopped
1 1 1 tbsp. finely chopped parsley
10 10 10 cornichons, finely chopped
1 Zest and juice of 1 lemon
to salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
INSTRUCTIONS
Stir ingredients in a bowl until combined.
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DIABLO SAUCE
2 ABOUT 2 CUPS
INGREDIENTS
2 2 2 tbsp. olive oil
2 2 2 tbsp. unsalted butter
6 6 6 cloves garlic, roughly chopped
1 1 1 serrano chile, stemmed, seeded and roughly chopped
1/2 1/2 1/2 a small yellow onion, roughly chopped
1 1 1 tbsp. dark red chile powder
2 2 2 tsp. packed brown sugar
1 1 1 tsp. smoked paprika
1 1 can 1 (16-oz.) can crushed tomatoes
to salt and freshly ground black pepper, to taste
1 1 1 tbsp. fresh lemon juice
INSTRUCTIONS

Steps:

Bring sliced lemon, salt, and 3 cups water to a boil in a large pot fitted with a pasta strainer of steamer insert. Add crab clusters of legs; cook, covered until meat is heated through, about 8 minutes. If crab is frozen it may take a little longer, 10-12 minutes. Uncover; transfer crab to a cutting board or paper-lined surface. Serve with dipping sauces.

SNOW CRAB LEGS WITH DIPPING SAUCES

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Whenever I prepare crab legs for my family, I'm sure to serve these three dipping sauces on the side. They really enhance the already fabulous crab flavor.-Suzy Horvath, Gladstone, Oregon

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 2 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 19

Ingredients

DILL BUTTER SAUCE:
1/4 cup butter, melted
1-1/2 teaspoons lemon juice
1/4 teaspoon dill weed
1/8 teaspoon garlic salt
Dash white pepper
HORSERADISH CHILI SAUCE:
1/4 cup chili sauce
1/2 teaspoon rice vinegar
1/2 teaspoon prepared horseradish
AVOCADO CREAM SAUCE:
1/2 medium ripe avocado, peeled and mashed
1/3 cup sour cream
1/4 teaspoon ground cumin
1 teaspoon lime juice
1/8 teaspoon hot pepper sauce
CRAB LEGS:
1 pound cooked snow crab legs
1 tablespoon olive oil

Steps:

In three separate small bowls, combine the ingredients for the dill butter sauce, horseradish chili sauce and avocado cream sauce; set aside., Brush both sides of crab legs with oil. Grill, covered, over medium heat for 3-4 minutes on each side or until heated through. Serve with dipping sauces.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 570 calories, Fat 49g fat (22g saturated fat), Cholesterol 168mg cholesterol, Sodium 1034mg sodium, Carbohydrate 15g carbohydrate (8g sugars, Fiber 3g fiber), Protein 19g protein.

CRAB LEGS WITH GARLIC BUTTER SAUCE

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I ended up getting some snow crab legs on sale at the market. I wanted something a little different from plain steamed, boiled, or grilled crab legs, so I ended up throwing a few things together to make this awesome crab leg dish. Enjoy! This would be great with shrimp as well.

Provided by Tamaralynn

Categories Main Dish Recipes Seafood Main Dish Recipes Crab

Time 20m

Yield 2

Number Of Ingredients 6

Ingredients

1 pound Snow Crab clusters, thawed if necessary
¼ cup butter
1 clove garlic, minced
1 ½ teaspoons dried parsley
⅛ teaspoon salt
¼ teaspoon fresh-ground black pepper

Steps:

Cut a slit, length-wise, into the shell of each piece of crab.
Melt the butter in a large skillet over medium heat; cook the garlic in the butter until translucent; stir in the parsley, salt, and pepper. Continue to heat mixture until bubbling. Add the crab legs; toss to coat; allow to simmer in the butter mixture until completely heated, 5 to 6 minutes.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 520.1 calories, Carbohydrate 1 g, Cholesterol 274.2 mg, Fat 37.5 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 43.6 g, SaturatedFat 17.1 g, Sodium 1030.7 mg, Sugar 0.1 g

Tips:

Choose the right crabs: Select crabs that are heavy for their size and have bright, orange-red shells. Avoid crabs with cracked or damaged shells.
Prepare the crabs: Rinse the crabs thoroughly under cold water. Remove the rubber bands from the claws and legs. If desired, you can cut the crabs in half with a sharp knife.
Steam the crabs: Place the crabs in a steamer basket over a pot of boiling water. Cover the pot and steam the crabs for 10-12 minutes, or until they are cooked through. Timing and temperature may vary based on the steamer used.
Make the sauces: While the crabs are steaming, prepare the dipping sauces. The article provides four different sauce recipes: Garlic Butter Sauce, Lemon Butter Sauce, Cocktail Sauce, and Spicy Mayo Sauce.
Serve the crabs: Transfer the steamed crabs to a platter and serve with the dipping sauces. Enjoy!

Conclusion:

Steamed crab legs are a delicious and easy-to-make seafood dish. With just a few simple ingredients and a little bit of time, you can enjoy this classic seafood dish at home. Whether you prefer your crab legs with garlic butter, lemon butter, cocktail sauce, or spicy mayo, this recipe has something for everyone. So next time you're looking for a special seafood dinner, give steamed crab legs a try.