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Instant Pot Seafood Boil With Crab Legs

Crab legs are a personal favorite seafood of many Americans. People tend to order crab legs in restaurants or seafood shacks, but very few try to make them at home. That's where this recipe comes in handy! The Instant Pot seafood boil with crab legs is an easy, fast, and delicious way to enjoy crab legs in the comfort of your own home.

Instant Pot Seafood Boil With Crab Legs

Ingredients:

  • 2 lbs. of king crab legs
  • 1 lb. of shrimp (shell on)
  • 1 lb. of mussels or clams
  • 3 ears of corn
  • 1 lb. of red potatoes
  • 1 onion (quartered)
  • 1 lemon (halved)
  • 4 garlic cloves (crushed)
  • 6 cups of water (or seafood stock)
  • 4 tablespoons of Old Bay Seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon of salt
  • 1 tablespoon of black pepper
  • 1/2 cup of butter

It's crucial to have all the ingredients ready and prepped before starting the recipe. This blitz will save you time and keep you organized while cooking. Rinse the crab legs, shrimp, and mussels under cold water to remove any debris. Scrub the potatoes to remove any dirt and cut them into bite-size pieces. Cut the corn into thirds.

Prepped Ingredients For Instant Pot Seafood Boil With Crab Legs

Directions:

  1. Add the water or seafood stock, Old Bay seasoning, crushed garlic, salt, and black pepper to the Instant Pot. Give everything a quick stir.
  2. Place the quartered onion, lemon halves, and corn on top of the liquid.
  3. Place the potatoes and butter on top of the vegetables.
  4. Close the Instant Pot lid and set the valve to the sealing position. Pressure cook on high for four minutes.
  5. Naturally, release the pressure for five minutes before quick releasing the remaining pressure.
  6. Open the lid and add the crab legs, shrimp, and mussels. Close the manual valve and pressure cook on high for two minutes.
  7. Quick release the pressure and open the lid. Serve the seafood boil with some of the broth and a side of melted butter for dipping.

The Instant Pot seafood boil with crab legs is an aromatic and flavorful dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's a one-pot meal that's easy to clean up, making it perfect for summer gatherings or weeknight dinners. This recipe serves six people, so feel free to adjust the ingredient amounts if you need to serve more or less. Enjoy!

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