Crab Legs With Tequila Citrus Butter Receita

Indulge in a taste of paradise with this vibrant Crab Legs with Zesty Tequila-Citrus Butter recipe! Succulent crab legs are cooked to perfection and then drizzled with a bright, flavorful butter sauce featuring tequila, lime, and a hint of Old Bay. This easy 20-minute recipe is perfect for a romantic dinner, a special occasion, or a weeknight treat. Prepare to be amazed by the burst of fresh citrus and the subtle kick of tequila! Also delicious with shrimp.

Preparo 5 min

Cozimento 20 min

Calorias 543 kcal

Proteína 104g

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Ingredientes para Crab Legs With Tequila Citrus Butter

1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter
Fresh Lime Juice
2 tablespoons tequila
3 quarts water
1 tablespoon Old Bay seasoning (plus 1 teaspoon for butter)
King Crab Legs
Limes

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Como fazer Crab Legs With Tequila Citrus Butter

Melt 1/2 cup (1 stick) unsalted butter in a medium saucepan over medium-low heat.
Add 1/4 cup fresh lime juice and 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning to the melted butter. Simmer for 4 minutes, stirring occasionally.
Remove from heat and stir in 2 tablespoons of tequila.
Return the pan to medium-low heat and whisk gently until the butter is just beginning to simmer again.
Keep the tequila-citrus butter warm.
In a heavy large roasting pan set over 2 burners, bring 3 quarts of water and 1 tablespoon of Old Bay seasoning to a rolling boil.
Add 1.5 pounds of crab legs to the boiling water. Cover tightly with aluminum foil.
Cook for approximately 4 minutes total, or just until heated through, turning the crab legs once halfway through.
Divide the cooked crab legs evenly among 6 plates.
Divide the warm tequila-citrus butter evenly among 6 ramekins or small bowls.
Serve the crab legs immediately, topped with the tequila-citrus butter. Garnish with fresh lime wedges.

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

129 g

Sugar

Fat

99g

Carbs

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Starters Main Courses Main Dish / Dinner Seafood The Americas American Cajun & Creole Caribbean Gluten Free Summer Recipes 30 Minutes Or Less

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Quanto tempo leva para fazer Crab Legs With Tequila Citrus Butter?

Crab Legs With Tequila Citrus Butter leva cerca de 25 minutos do início ao fim — aproximadamente 5 minutos de preparo e 20 minutos de cozimento.

Quantas calorias tem Crab Legs With Tequila Citrus Butter?

Crab Legs With Tequila Citrus Butter tem aproximadamente 543 calorias por porção, com cerca de 104 g de proteína, 1 g de carboidratos e 53 g de gordura.

De quais ingredientes preciso para Crab Legs With Tequila Citrus Butter?

Os principais ingredientes de Crab Legs With Tequila Citrus Butter são Butter, Fresh Lime Juice, Tequila, Water, Old Bay Seasoning, King Crab Legs. Veja a lista completa com as medidas acima.