Best 3 Killer Crab Whole Dungeness Crab Roasted In Garlic Sauce Recipes

Calling all seafood lovers! Get ready to embark on a culinary adventure with our comprehensive guide to preparing a delectable Whole Dungeness Crab Roasted in Garlic Sauce. This mouthwatering dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds and leave you craving more. Our detailed recipe provides step-by-step instructions, ensuring that even novice cooks can create this restaurant-quality meal at home. Additionally, we've included a collection of complementary recipes to enhance your dining experience, including a zesty Lemon Butter Sauce, a creamy Avocado Salsa, and a refreshing Cucumber Salad.

Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!

THE EASIEST WHOLE DUNGENESS CRAB RECIPE

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Whole Dungeness crabs are the simplest way to create a festive meal that looks totally elegant but is actually deceptively easy to prepare.

Provided by Heidi

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

4 cooked Dungeness crabs (, about 2 pounds each)
1 tablespoon kosher salt
16 tablespoons 1 cup or 2 sticks salted butter
1 teaspoon Old Bay Seasoning
1 lemon (, juiced)
1/2 cup ketchup
1-2 teaspoons prepared horseradish (, to your taste)
Fresh dill and parsley for garnish
Sliced lemon and limes

Steps:

Bring a large stockpot of water to a boil, season with 1 tablespoon kosher salt. Once the water comes to a boil, remove from heat. Immerse two of the crabs into the water for 5-10 minutes until the crabs are warmed through. Remove the crabs from the water and set aside to drain. Bring the water to another boil and repeat with remaining crabs.
Clean the crabs while the other two crabs are warming in the hot water. Crack the legs with the back of a heavy knife. Serve on a platter with fresh dill leaves, parsley and sliced lemons and limes.
In a small saucepan over medium heat, melt the butter. Reduce the heat to low and skim the foam from the butter. Stir in the Old Bay Seasoning and the lemon juice. In a small bowl, mix the ketchup with the prepared horseradish. Serve the flavored butter and cocktail sauce alongside the crab.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 585 kcal, Carbohydrate 12 g, Protein 30 g, Fat 47 g, SaturatedFat 29 g, TransFat 2 g, Cholesterol 217 mg, Sodium 2903 mg, Fiber 1 g, Sugar 7 g, UnsaturatedFat 14 g, ServingSize 1 serving

FAMOUS ROAST GARLIC CRAB

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Provided by Michael Chiarello : Food Network

Categories appetizer

Time 1h20m

Yield 8 servings

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

6 Dungeness crabs, about 1 1/4 pounds each, cooked, cleaned, and cracked
3 cups extra-virgin olive oil
20 garlic cloves, finely minced
Gray salt and freshly ground pepper
1 cup freshly squeezed lemon juice
1 cup finely chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley
8 (#10) tin cans, lined with newspaper

Steps:

Cleaning dungeness crab:
Holding the body backside up, place your right thumb in the joint between the upper and lower shell on the side opposite the mouth. Your palm will be stretched across the top of the shell. Hold the bottom of the crab in your opposite hand. Force your thumb in and pull up and back to your right until shell snaps off. Pour any juices in the shell into a small bowl. Cut the body into quarters with a large knife. Twist the legs off the body. Crack lightly in several places with a nutcracker and set aside.
Heat the olive oil in a very large ovenproof saute pan over medium-high heat until hot. (You may need 2 pans.) Add the crab and garlic, and toss well. Saute for about 10 minutes. Season, to taste, with salt and pepper and mix in lemon juice. Saute for another 5 minutes, then add parsley. After another 1 or 2 minutes, remove the crab and serve in the newspaper lined cans.

GARLIC ROASTED DUNGENESS CRAB

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Make and share this Garlic Roasted Dungeness Crab recipe from Food.com.

Provided by southern chef in lo

Categories Crab

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

4 dungeness crabs, cleaned, cooked & cracked
1/3 cup butter
1/3 cup olive oil
3 tablespoons minced garlic
salt & pepper
3 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
1/4 cup chopped fresh parsley

Steps:

Preheat the oven to 500°F.
Heat butter, oil, and garlic is a large saucepan over medium-high heat. Add crabs, 2 at a time, toss well, season with salt & pepper.
Transfer to a large baking pan. Roast about 12 minutes, tossing well halfway through. Warm butter mixture, add lemon juice and parsley.
Arrange crabs in a large shallow bowl & drizzle butter mixture over. Serve immediately with chunks of hot bread and a nice white wine.

Tips:

Choose the right crab: Look for a live, active crab with bright eyes and a heavy body. Avoid crabs with missing limbs or cracked shells.
Prepare the crab properly: Rinse the crab under cold water and remove the rubber bands from its claws. Cut the crab in half lengthwise, using a sharp knife or kitchen shears.
Make the garlic sauce ahead of time: This will allow the flavors to meld and develop. You can make the sauce up to 3 days in advance and store it in the refrigerator.
Roast the crab at a high temperature: This will help to create a crispy shell and tender meat. Roast the crab for 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 145 degrees Fahrenheit.
Serve the crab immediately: Dungeness crab is best enjoyed fresh out of the oven. Serve it with melted butter, lemon wedges, and your favorite sides.

Conclusion:

This recipe for Killer Crab: Whole Dungeness Crab Roasted in Garlic Sauce is a delicious and easy way to enjoy this succulent seafood. The garlic sauce is rich and flavorful, and the crab meat is tender and juicy. This dish is perfect for a special occasion or a casual weeknight meal. So next time you're looking for a delicious and impressive seafood dish, give this recipe a try. You won't be disappointed!