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Butter Garlic Crab: 10 Amazing Flavor Secrets

Butter Garlic Crab
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This recipe for Buttery Garlic Crab delivers a quick and impressive seafood dinner. Tender Dungeness crab is bathed in a rich, aromatic garlic butter sauce, perfect for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2–2.5 lbs Dungeness Crabs (cleaned and cracked, pre-cooked)
  • 1 cup Unsalted Butter
  • 10–12 cloves Garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup Dry White Wine (e.g., Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Parsley (chopped)
  • 1/4 cup Fresh Cilantro (chopped)
  • 2 tablespoons Lemon Juice (freshly squeezed)
  • 1 tablespoon Worcestershire Sauce
  • 1 teaspoon Red Pepper Flakes (or to taste)
  • 1/2 teaspoon Smoked Paprika (optional)
  • Salt (to taste)
  • Pepper (to taste)
  • Lemon Wedges (for serving)
  • Crusty Bread (optional, for serving)

Instructions

  1. Ensure your Dungeness crabs are cleaned and cracked. Rinse them under cold water.
  2. In a large skillet, melt 1/2 cup of unsalted butter over medium heat for 3-4 minutes until gently bubbling.
  3. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1-2 minutes until light golden and fragrant, being careful not to burn it.
  4. Pour in the dry white wine and bring to a simmer for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to reduce slightly.
  5. Stir in the remaining butter, chopped parsley, cilantro, lemon juice, Worcestershire sauce, red pepper flakes, and smoked paprika. Season with salt and pepper to taste. Cook for 1 minute until well combined.
  6. Reduce heat to low and simmer the sauce for 5-7 minutes to let flavors meld.
  7. Gently add the cleaned and cracked crab pieces to the skillet, ensuring they are coated in the sauce.
  8. Cover the skillet and let the crab simmer for another 5-7 minutes to warm through and absorb the flavors.
  9. Transfer the Butter Garlic Crab to a serving platter, garnish with extra herbs, and serve immediately with lemon wedges and crusty bread.

Notes

  • Use fresh Dungeness crabs for the best flavor and texture.
  • Sauté garlic just until golden; overcooking can make it bitter.
  • If you don’t have white wine, substitute with chicken or vegetable broth.
  • Use fresh herbs like parsley and cilantro for the best taste.
  • Adjust red pepper flakes to your preferred spice level.
  • Store leftovers tightly covered in the refrigerator for up to 2 days.

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