Tangy Crab Recipe with Garlic Butter and Cajun Spices

This tangy crab recipe features fresh crab tossed in a luscious garlic butter sauce infused with Cajun spices, paprika
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Tangy Crab Recipe
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  • 1 kg fresh crab, cleaned and cut into pieces
  • 1 cup unsalted butter
  • 8-10 garlic cloves, minced
  • 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
  • 1 ½ tablespoons paprika
  • 1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon lemon pepper (or fresh lemon juice)
  • 1 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
  • 2 tablespoons vinegar
  • Salt to taste
  • Fresh lemon wedges, for serving
  • Fresh parsley, chopped, for garnish

 

  1. Steam or boil the crab pieces until cooked through and bright red; drain and set aside.
  2. In a large saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add garlic and cook until fragrant but not browned (about 2 minutes).
  3. Stir in Old Bay, paprika, Cajun seasoning, brown sugar, lemon pepper, cayenne, and vinegar. Cook for 3-5 minutes, stirring often, to create a thick flavorful sauce.
  4. Add crab to the sauce and toss gently to coat all pieces thoroughly. Cook for an additional 5-7 minutes, allowing the crab to absorb the sauce.
  5. Season with salt to taste. Garnish with fresh parsley and serve immediately with fresh lemon wedges.