Joe's Crab Shack Garlic King Crab Legs By Todd Wilbur Recipe

Recreate the magic of Joe's Crab Shack with this incredible Garlic King Crab Legs recipe, inspired by Todd Wilbur's Top Secret Recipes! Enjoy succulent, garlicky crab legs without the restaurant price tag. This easy-to-follow recipe delivers tender, flavorful crab legs every time. Learn the secret to perfectly moist crab legs – the oil makes all the difference! Get ready for a delicious seafood feast that will impress your family and friends.

Prep Time 15 mins
Cook Time 30 mins
Calories 1451 kcal
Protein 179g
Rating 4.7 (7 Reviews)
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Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

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How to Make Joe's Crab Shack Garlic King Crab Legs By Todd Wilbur

  1. Fill a large pot halfway (about 6 quarts) with water and add 2 tablespoons of olive oil. Bring to a rolling boil.
  2. Crush 10-12 cloves of unpeeled garlic with a mallet and add them to the boiling water along with 1 tablespoon of dried parsley flakes.
  3. Boil the garlic mixture for 15 minutes to infuse the water with flavor.
  4. While the garlic water boils, cut the crab legs in half lengthwise. This ensures even cooking and easier eating.
  5. Optionally, slit each crab leg lengthwise with a sharp knife (this is optional and instead of poking holes) to allow the flavorful garlic water to penetrate more easily.
  6. Gently lower the crab legs into the boiling garlic water.
  7. Cook the crab legs for 5-6 minutes, or until heated through and slightly tender. Avoid overcooking.
  8. Remove the crab legs from the pot using tongs and drain well.
  9. Serve immediately with melted butter (approximately 1/2 cup) on the side for dipping.
  10. Enjoy your restaurant-quality crab legs at home!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

203 g

Sugar

1g

Fat

73g

Carbs

3g