Steamed Blue Crabs

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   Place a steamer pot or any large, heavy pot with a tight-fitting lid on the stove.

2. 2

   (In the latter case, improvise a rack on the bottom of the pot that will keep crabs a few inches from the bottom.)

3. 3

   Add the beer, vinegar and 1 cup water.

4. 4

   Bring to a boil over high heat.

5. 5

   Put a layer of crabs on the rack in the pot.

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   Sprinkle with a generous amount of seasoning, then repeat with another layer, and another, until all 12 crabs are in pot (and well seasoned).

7. 7

   Cover and steam over medium-high heat until the crabs are bright red, 25 to 30 minutes.

8. 8

   Remove the crabs with tongs.

9. 9

   Serve over newspaper, with mallets and picks.

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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