Crab With Miso Butter Sauce Recipe

Name: Crab With Miso Butter Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1/2 pound crab legs; 4 U10 scallops; 4 tablespoons unsalted butter; 1 medium shallot, minced; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes; 1 tablespoon white miso; 1 tablespoon mirin; 2-4 tablespoons dashi or clam juice; 2 tablespoons flour

Servings: persons

1
Heat oven to 450 and heat cast iron skillet over high heat. Cut along one side of crab legs with scissors and put them on a baking sheet. Put scallops on paper towel to dry.
2
Melt 3T butter in small pot or pan. Add garlic and shallots and cook over medium low heat until softened. Stir in pepper flakes and cook another minute. Whisk in miso and mirin until smooth (that might take a little while) and then stir in broth until desired consistency.
3
Put crab in oven. Melt 1T butter in cast iron skillet. Dust scallops with flour, a pinch of salt and some pepper and add to pan. Cook a few minutes until a brown crust has formed and flip for a few minutes on the other side. Remove to a plate.
4
Take crab out of oven, add to plate and serve with a side of sauce.

202

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Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Use a neutral oil or a plant-based spread in place of butter for a dairy-free version.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1/2 pound crab legs, 4 U10 scallops, 4 tablespoons unsalted butter, 1 medium shallot, minced, and more.

Yes, Crab With Miso Butter Sauce falls under the Seafood category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Crab With Miso Butter Sauce

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