Alaskan King Crab Legs with drawn butter

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Alaskan King Crab Legs with drawn butter is a luxurious seafood dish featuring the large, meaty legs of the Alaskan king crab, typically steamed or boiled and served with clarified butter for dipping. The primary ingredients are the crab legs themselves and the butter, which is often infused with lemon or garlic. This dish is a hallmark of coastal Alaskan and Pacific Northwest cuisine, celebrated for its sweet, delicate flavor.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is an excellent source of high-quality protein and is virtually carbohydrate-free. It provides significant amounts of selenium, vitamin B12, and zinc, with a typical serving containing around 250-300 calories, most of which come from the protein and the accompanying butter.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	280 kcal
Protein	42 g
Carbs	0 g
Fat	12 g
Fiber	0 g
Sugar	0 g
Sodium	900 mg
Selenium	65 mcg
Vitamin B12	12 mcg
Zinc	7.5 mg
Phosphorus	350 mg
Copper	1.2 mg
Niacin (B3)	10 mg
Magnesium	80 mg
Potassium	550 mg

Per 1 leg cluster (about 240 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Alaskan king crab is one of the largest commercially harvested crabs, and its legs can weigh over 5 pounds each. Nutritionally, it's a standout for being extremely low in fat on its own, with the drawn butter being the primary source of dietary fat in the served dish.