Old-Fashioned Steamed Crabs – a delicious recipe with Bay, coarse black pepper, dried mustard, rock salt, red pepper, vinegar. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.
Serves 4
Seafood
Servings:persons
1
Sprinkle the combination of spices listed above, dry mustard and Old Bay first, and rock salt last, to the layered dozen crabs.
2
Steam in the combination of liquids above (the cheaper the beer, the better).
3
Separate the lid from the pot top with several old T-shirts, or a burlap bag. This allows for a steam seal, while providing enough escape to prevent the crabs from becoming soggy.
4
Remember to use a double boiler, never immersing the crab in the boiling liquid.
5
To the extent possible, tuck the claws into the crab upon placement in the pot, to minimize the prospect of claws popping off during steaming. It helps to have the crab in a stunned state (through icing or refrigeration) when you attempt this.
52
kcal
Calories
1
g
Fat
7
g
Carbs
2
g
Protein
FatCarbsProtein
* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.
No additional tips available.
No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.
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Frequently Asked Questions
This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.
You need 7 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Dozen Blue Crabs, 1 cup Old Bay, 1 cup coarse black pepper, 1/2 cup dried mustard, and more.
Yes, Old-Fashioned Steamed Crabs 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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