To enhance the buttery flavor of crab, our steamed crab legs recipe is steamed over a broth of sherry and tarragon and served ...

Black pepper crab is a stir-fried dish featuring whole crab coated in a glossy, peppery sauce with garlic and butter. It’s bold, aromatic, and deeply satisfying. Everyone can make this at home.

Bring it to a boil and then add the all-important butter and a good nine pounds of precooked crab (legs and claws). Let it simmer for 15 minutes and boom, dinner is done!

4. Working in batches to avoid crowding the skillet, cook crabs until browned, about 3 minutes on each side. Transfer to a roasting pan. 5. Melt 2 tbsp of butter in the skillet.

Note: Cooking 2 crabs at once works best if they are of equal weight -- simply add 3 minutes of cooking time for the second crab. Add about 1 minute for each additional crab, up to 15 minutes.

2 tablespoons chopped, fresh flat-leaf parsley leaves In a large, heavy saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Add the leeks and cook, stirring occasionally, until softened, 5 to 7 minutes.

Cook according to package directions until just done. Meanwhile, put the butter into a small pan, set over medium heat, and, when it is melted, add the garlic and simmer for 30 seconds.