JGDean
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Cleaning out the freezer - found bags of crab. How do you feel would be the best way to cook it. (Defrosted, frozen- seasoning, dip etc.)
Frozen Snow Crab Leg Clusters
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How long have they been in there if you just found them?
I have found that forgetten crab legs tend to have the meat shrink up and they aren't even worth it. I'd snap one open to take a look before putting any effort into them.
That said, just warm them through. Sometimes I put them in a pan with water to steam, sometimes I ad Old Bay or creole seasoning/sometimes not. If they are thawed they reheat even better. Just wrap them in a damp paper towel and nuke them a little bit. I saw that one on AB and it works quite well.
Like I said, the trick is to warm them through. They are already cooked.
I have found that forgetten crab legs tend to have the meat shrink up and they aren't even worth it. I'd snap one open to take a look before putting any effort into them.
That said, just warm them through. Sometimes I put them in a pan with water to steam, sometimes I ad Old Bay or creole seasoning/sometimes not. If they are thawed they reheat even better. Just wrap them in a damp paper towel and nuke them a little bit. I saw that one on AB and it works quite well.
Like I said, the trick is to warm them through. They are already cooked.
GotGarlic
Chef Extraordinaire
Thaw them in the fridge, then check them as Pac suggested. If they're okay to use, I would steam them and then dip them in melted salted butter and eat. They don't need much preparation since they have such a delicate flavor.
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JGDean
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The are in the fridge thawing. I will check them as suggest and steam if they're good. Thanks much!
Jing
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If they are Ok, another addition to melted butter for dipping is an Asian style lime and sweet chilli mayo. Very yummy with both crab and lobster,
CraigC
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Be careful if you decide to cook them as I believe they are precooked.
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JGDean
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Sweet Chili Mayo?
Do you have a recipe or should I just play until it tastes good? Maybe Mayo, lime juice, a little ginger, sweet chili sauce...
The crab is mostly thawed this morning and is in good shape. It is pre-cooked and this evening I just plan on steaming it enough to heat through after rinsing it.
Do you have a recipe or should I just play until it tastes good? Maybe Mayo, lime juice, a little ginger, sweet chili sauce...
The crab is mostly thawed this morning and is in good shape. It is pre-cooked and this evening I just plan on steaming it enough to heat through after rinsing it.
Jing
Cook
I just played around using pretty much the ingredients you mention, JG. It is a great accompaniment to seafood. I usually keep the crab legs cold and just dip in the hot butter and chili lime mayo. Enjoy your unexpected treat!
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