Description
Savor the rich flavors of our Keto Garlic Butter Crab Legs, a quick and elegant seafood dish perfect for a low-carb diet. Tender king crab legs are baked to perfection with a fragrant garlic butter sauce infused with smoked paprika, red pepper flakes, and fresh parsley, delivering a deliciously buttery and mildly spicy taste. Ready in just 20 minutes, this recipe is an ideal keto-friendly appetizer or main course that impresses with minimal effort.
Ingredients
Scale
Crab Legs
- 1.5 lbs king crab legs, thawed if frozen
Garlic Butter Sauce
- 6 tbsp unsalted butter
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp fresh parsley, finely chopped
- 1/2 tsp smoked paprika
- 1/4 tsp crushed red pepper flakes
- 1/2 tsp sea salt
- 1/4 tsp freshly ground black pepper
For Serving
- 1 large lemon, cut into wedges
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, chopped for garnish
Instructions
- Prepare baking sheet: Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil to ensure easy cleanup afterwards.
- Arrange crab legs: Place the thawed king crab legs evenly onto the prepared baking sheet, ensuring they lie flat for even heating.
- Create garlic butter sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the unsalted butter. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant and golden but not browned. Stir in finely chopped parsley, smoked paprika, crushed red pepper flakes, sea salt, and freshly ground black pepper to combine all the flavors.
- Apply butter mixture: Using a pastry brush, generously brush the garlic butter mixture over the crab legs, reserving a little sauce for serving later.
- Bake crab legs: Place the baking sheet in the preheated oven and bake for 8-10 minutes, until the crab legs are heated through and the butter is bubbling.
- Transfer to serving platter: Carefully remove the crab legs from the oven and transfer them to a serving platter. Drizzle the reserved garlic butter over the top and sprinkle with freshly chopped parsley for a vibrant finish.
- Serve immediately: Serve the crab legs hot with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing, enhancing the flavors with a bright, citrusy touch.
Notes
- Ensure crab legs are fully thawed before cooking to ensure even heating.
- Do not overcook the crab legs to maintain their tender texture.
- Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
- Use fresh garlic for the best flavor impact in the butter sauce.
- Serve immediately for optimal taste and texture.
