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Steamed Blue Crabs Recipe

A simple and delicious way to enjoy fresh blue crabs.
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Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 20 minutes
Total Time: 35 minutes
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: American
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 200 kcal

Ingredients 

Main Ingredients

  • 12 pieces Blue Crabs live
  • 1 cup Old Bay Seasoning
  • 2 cups Apple Cider Vinegar
  • 2 cups Water

Instructions 

  1. 1. Pour the water and apple cider vinegar into the bottom of a steamer pot.
  2. 2. Place the steamer insert into the pot and bring the liquid to a boil.
  3. 3. Rinse the crabs under cold water to remove any dirt or debris.
  4. 4. Layer the crabs in the steamer insert, sprinkling each layer generously with Old Bay seasoning.
  5. 5. Cover the pot and steam the crabs for 20 minutes, or until they turn bright red.
  6. 6. Remove the crabs from the pot and let them cool slightly before serving.

Nutritional Value

Calories: 200kcal | Carbohydrates: 5g | Protein: 20g | Fat: 10g | Saturated Fat: 2g | Cholesterol: 100mg | Sodium: 800mg | Potassium: 300mg | Vitamin A: 500IU | Vitamin C: 10mg | Calcium: 100mg | Iron: 2mg

Keywords

Seafood
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