Crab legs cook fast. We’re talking 5 to 7 minutes for thawed legs. That’s less time than it takes to argue about what to watch on Netflix.
How do you know they’re done? They turn bright red and smell like the ocean’s best perfume. Also, they’ll start to steam-scream at you. Okay, they don’t scream. But the hissing sound is their way of saying, “Eat me now, you beautiful human.”
Never overcook them. Overcooked crab meat turns rubbery. It’s like chewing on a tire that vaguely remembers being seafood. Don’t do that to yourself.
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Did you know crabs pee from their faces? It’s true. They have special glands near their antennae. But don’t worry—steaming purifies everything. You’re eating the good stuff.
Another fun fact: The red color of cooked crab comes from astaxanthin. It’s a powerful antioxidant. So, technically, eating crab legs is a beauty treatment. You’re welcome.
And the best part? A single steam pot can hold four pounds of legs. That’s enough for you and three best friends to get gloriously greasy together.
