Grilled Blue Crabs with Butter Garlic Sauce – Summer Favorite

🔥 Instructions

  1. Prep the Crabs Clean the crabs thoroughly—remove gills and rinse well. Chill them on ice to keep fresh and easy to handle.
  2. Make the Garlic Butter Sauce Melt butter in a pan. Add olive oil, garlic, lemon juice, honey, salt, and pepper. Simmer until fragrant and slightly thickened.
  3. Season and Grill Brush the crabs generously with the garlic butter sauce. Grill over medium-high heat for 5–7 minutes per side until shells are charred and meat is cooked through.
  4. Serve Hot Drizzle extra sauce over the grilled crabs. Garnish with parsley and lemon wedges. Serve with crusty bread or grilled corn for a full summer spread.

This dish is a favorite in Louisiana and coastal kitchens, where fresh blue crabs meet bold Creole flavors. You can explore the full recipe and grilling tips on or try a buttery oven-baked version from .

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