Spicy Crab Boil For Blue Crabs

1. 1

   To make the spice mix, grind the mustard, celery, cumin, dill seeds, and bay leaves in an electric spice grinder or a clean coffee grinder.

2. 2

   Place the freshly ground spices in a large bowl and mix in the paprika, chile powder, red chile flakes, and thyme.

3. 3

   Add the fresh herb sprigs to the bowl.

4. 4

   Put some water and a steamer insert in the bottom of a very large pot.

5. 5

   Add the crabs, sprinkling the spice mix and the herb sprigs between the crabs as you layer them in the pot.

6. 6

   Put the lid on, bring the water to a boil, and steam until the crabs are cooked, about 20 minutes.

7. 7

   The crabs should be a bright red.

8. 8

   Remove the crabs from the pot, serve hot, and pass around crab crackers or hammers.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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