Steamed Crabs
- Total Time
- 30 minutes
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Ingredients
- 2cups white vinegar
- 4cups water
- 1⅓cups seafood seasoning (see recipe), or 1 cup Old Bay or Wye River seasoning mixed with ⅓ cup kosher salt
- 3dozen live, large blue crabs
Nutritional analysis per serving (6 servings)
199 calories; 3 grams fat; 1 gram saturated fat; 0 grams trans fat; 0 grams monounsaturated fat; 1 gram polyunsaturated fat; 10 grams carbohydrates; 2 grams dietary fiber; 0 grams sugars; 30 grams protein; 474 milligrams sodium
Note: The information shown is Edamam’s estimate based on available ingredients and preparation. It should not be considered a substitute for a professional nutritionist’s advice.
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Preparation
- Step 1
Pour the vinegar and water into the bottom of a steamer. Place it on the stove to come to a boil.
- Step 2
In the meantime, make a layer of six very lively crabs in the top half of the steamer. Liberally sprinkle about three to four tablespoons of the seafood mixture over the crabs. Then make another layer of crabs and again spread the seasoning over the crabs. Continue alternating layers until all the crabs and seasoning are packed into the steamer.
- Step 3
Place the top half of the steamer over the bottom half. Place the cover securely over the top. Reduce the heat and let the crabs steam for 20 to 25 minutes.
- Step 4
When the crabs are ready, they will turn an orange-red color. Remove the crabs with long-handled tongs, place them on metal trays and serve immediately.
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