Cooking Frozen King Crab Legs In The Oven
King crab legs are a popular seafood delicacy that are often enjoyed in fancy restaurants, but you can also cook them at home with ease using just your oven. Whether you’ve got a special occasion or a craving for some scrumptious crab legs, the good news is you can cook them right from your freezer without needing to defrost them first.
To help you get started on this culinary adventure, we’ve put together a step-by-step guide on how to cook frozen king crab legs in the oven.
Gather Your Ingredients
Before you begin cooking, gather up all the ingredients you'll need. This recipe requires the following:
- Frozen king crab legs
- Melted butter
- Minced garlic cloves
- Lemon wedges
- Parchment paper
- Baking dish
Preheat Your Oven
The next step involves preheating your oven to 375°F (190°C) before you start cooking your frozen king crab legs. This will ensure that your crab legs cook evenly and come out delicious.
Prepare Your Baking Dish
Once you’ve preheated your oven, it's now time to prepare your baking dish. Start by lining it with parchment paper to prevent the crab legs from sticking to the dish, and then set it aside.
Season Your Crab Legs
In a small bowl, mix together the melted butter and minced garlic cloves to make a sauce. Brush this sauce generously over the frozen king crab legs to add flavor to your dish. Then, arrange the crab legs on the baking dish with the shell side down.
Bake Your Crab Legs
Slide the baking dish into the preheated oven and bake the crab legs for 25-30 minutes or until they’re nicely browned and heated through. You can check whether the meat is cooked by using a meat thermometer to ensure that the internal temperature of the crab legs has reached 165°F (74°C).
Serve and Enjoy
Once your crab legs are done, remove them from the oven and allow them to cool for a few minutes. Squeeze some fresh lemon juice over the top of the crab legs and serve them hot with some freshly baked bread and a side salad. Now, savor the delicious flavor of your homemade king crab legs!
