Instant Pot Simple Steamed Crab Legs
Description
Learn how long to steam crab legs with this easy and delicious recipe made with 4 simple ingredients in an Instant Pot that's ready in 20 minutes.
Ingredients
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1 1/2 cups water
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2 pounds frozen king crab legs
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1 medium lemon, juiced
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1/3 cup butter, melted
Directions
1
Gather all ingredients.
2
Place a trivet in a multi-functional pressure cooker (such as Instant Pot) and add water. Place crab legs on top of the trivet; you may need to let them thaw for a few minutes so they will fit.
3
Close and lock the lid. Select high pressure according to manufacturer's instructions; set the timer for 3 minutes. Allow 10 minutes for pressure to build.
4
Release pressure carefully using the quick-release method according to manufacturer's instructions, about 5 minutes. Unlock and remove the lid.
5
Use tongs to transfer crab legs to a serving dish.
6
Squeeze lemon juice on top and serve with melted butter.