Simmered Lemongrass Alaska Crab Legs

Simmered Lemongrass Alaska Crab Legs

Courtesy of Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute 4 Servings • 5 Min. Prep Time • 15 Min. Cook Time
Ingredients
1-2 gal. water
2 bruised stalks lemongrass
4 smashed garlic cloves
4 oz. fresh ginger
2 Tbsp. kosher salt
4 lb. Alaska Crab legs (King, Snow or Dungeness), thawed or frozen

Directions:

1. Combine water, lemongrass, garlic, ginger and salt and bring to a boil; reduce heat and simmer 5 min. Rinse any ice glaze from frozen Alaska Crab under cold water. Add crab legs; simmer for 6 to 8 min. for frozen crab or 3 to 4 min. for thawed crab, until heated-through. Remove crab from liquid and drain well before serving.

Nutrition:

Calories: 381; Total Fat: 3g; Saturated Fat: 1g; Cholesterol: 191mg; Total Carbs: 0g; Fiber: 0g; Protein: 83g; Sodium: 3792mg;