How To Cook Crabs

All you need to know about: How To Cook Crabs.

Ingredients for Crab Dishes

-2-4 live crabs
-2 tablespoons of butter
-1 teaspoon of garlic powder
-1 teaspoon of onion powder
-1 teaspoon of paprika
-Salt and pepper to taste

Step 1: Prepping the Crabs

Before you begin cooking, you will need to prep the crabs. The best way to do this is by freezing them for 15-20 minutes. This will help make them easier to clean and prepare. Once they are frozen, rinse the crabs under cold water and remove the gills and any debris.

Step 2: Cooking the Crabs

Once the crabs are prepped, you can begin cooking them. Start by melting the butter in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once the butter is melted, add the garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika. Stir to combine.

Next, add the crabs to the skillet and season with salt and pepper. Cook for about 8-10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the crabs are cooked through.

Step 3: Serving the Crabs

Once the crabs are cooked, remove from the heat and serve. Crabs can be served as is, or with your favorite dipping sauce. Enjoy!