The Crab & Pig Platter Recipe
4 hard shell crabs, steamed shrimp, 1/2 rack of ribs
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Ingredients
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Seafood
Ribs
Seasoning
Method
Seafood Preparation
- 1
Steam the Crabs
In a large pot, bring water to a boil and add Old Bay seasoning. Place the hard shell crabs in a steaming basket above the boiling water. Cover and steam for about 15-20 minutes until the crabs turn bright red.
- 2
Boil the Shrimp
In the same pot, after the crabs are done, bring the water back to a boil. Add the peeled and deveined shrimp and season with salt. Boil for about 3-5 minutes or until the shrimp are pink and opaque.
Ribs Preparation
- 3
Prepare the Ribs
Preheat your oven to 300°F (150°C). Remove the membrane from the back of the ribs. Rub the ribs with salt, black pepper, and a bit of Old Bay seasoning. Wrap in aluminum foil and place on a baking sheet.
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Serving
- 5
Plate the Platter
Arrange the steamed crabs, boiled shrimp, and ribs on a large serving platter. Serve with lemon wedges on the side for squeezing over the seafood.