Snow Crab Legs

Instructions

Thaw the snow crab legs if they are frozen. You can do this by placing them in the refrigerator overnight or by running cold water over them until they are thawed.

Fill a large pot with about 2 inches of water and bring it to a boil over high heat.

While the water is heating, sprinkle the Old Bay seasoning over the crab legs, making sure they are evenly coated.

Once the water is boiling, place a steamer basket in the pot. If you don’t have a steamer basket, you can simply place the crab legs directly in the water.

Arrange the crab legs in the steamer basket or directly in the pot, making sure not to overcrowd them. Squeeze the lemon halves over the crab legs and then place them in the pot.

Cover the pot and steam the crab legs for 5-7 minutes, or until they are heated through. Be careful not to overcook them, as this can make the meat tough.

Once the crab legs are heated through, remove them from the pot and transfer them to a serving platter.

Serve the snow crab legs with melted butter for dipping, if desired, and additional lemon wedges on the side.

Enjoy your delicious steamed snow crab legs!

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