Ingredients
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- 4 lbs of fresh Louisiana crab legs
- 1/2 cup of melted butter
- 4 cloves of minced garlic
- 2 lemons, one juiced and one for garnish
- 1 tbsp Cajun seasoning
- 1 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- Fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Preparation: Preheat your roaster to 375°F (190°C). Rinse crab legs and pat dry.
- Seasoning: In a bowl, mix melted butter, garlic, lemon juice, Cajun seasoning, paprika, red pepper flakes, salt, and pepper.
- Roasting: Arrange the crab legs in the roaster. Generously brush them with the seasoning mix.
- Cooking: Roast for 15-20 minutes, or until fully heated through and slightly crispy.
- Serving: Garnish with lemon slices and parsley. Serve hot with extra melted butter for dipping.
Notes
- Adjust spice levels to suit your taste.
- Fresh crab legs are preferable, but frozen (thawed) can also be used.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Roaster
- Cuisine: Seafood
- Diet: Gluten Free
