1 1/2-2 lbs. Snow Crab Legs
2 bottles of a good lager
2 lemons, cut in half
1 head of garlic, cut in half
2 tsp. Old Bay Seasoning
1/2 stick of butter
In a large stock pot, add the garlic, lemons, beer and Old Bay seasoning. Over medium high heat, bring to a boil. Turn heat down slightly and let simmer for 5 minutes.
Using kitchen shears, cut the clusters apart. Crack the larger limbs of the crab before adding to the pot.
Add the crab to the simmering liquid. Cover with a lid.
Steam for 5-7 minutes.
Serve with lemon slices and clarified butter.*
*Clarified butter is butter that is heated and the milk solids are removed. This process leaves a beautiful clear, rich butter for dipping seafood.