Simmered Lemongrass Alaska Crab Legs

Courtesy of Alaska Seafood Marketing Institute

Servings: 4
Prep Time: 5 Min.
Cook Time: 15 Min.

* 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

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.

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