Things You'll Need:
- water
- vinegar
- Old Bay Seasoning
- dozen fresh crabs
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Step 1
In a large boiling pot with a raised rack add water and vinegar in equal amounts until the level is just below the rack.
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Step 2
Layer in crabs, sprinkling each layer with Old Bay Seasoning. (about one half cup for entire pot)
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Step 3
Cover the pot and steam until the outside of the crabs are red.














Comments
2besure said
on 11/11/2008 Old Bay was just what my mom use to use. I don't have the heart to cook a crab though. Crustation guilt. :l
leanan said
on 11/9/2008 I'm from Baltimore and can not do without my steamed crabs! Just a tip, try adding a can or two of beer to the steaming liquid, it does wonder!