Marinated Louisiana Crab Claws: 5 Flavorful Secrets
Zesty and tangy Marinated Louisiana Crab Claws are a Gulf Coast classic appetizer perfect for gatherings.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Total Time: 4 hours 10 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Marinating
- Cuisine: Southern
- Diet: Gluten Free
Ingredients
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- 1 lb cooked blue crab claws (fresh or thawed)
- 1/2 cup olive oil
- 1/4 cup white vinegar
- 1 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes
- 2 tbsp chopped green onions
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Thaw and pat dry the crab claws if using frozen. Keep the claw tips on for presentation.
- In a large bowl, whisk together olive oil, vinegar, lemon juice, minced garlic, red pepper flakes, green onions, salt, and pepper.
- Add the crab claws to the bowl and toss until fully coated with marinade.
- Let them rest at room temperature for 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.
- Transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for at least 4 hours, preferably overnight.
- Before serving, give the claws a quick toss and garnish with extra green onion or lemon zest.
Notes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 250
- Sugar: 0g
- Sodium: 300mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 2g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 18g
- Cholesterol: 70mg
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