Blue Claw Hard Shells – (3 Crabs) Recipe

Cooking Instructions

1. 1

   Prepare the Cooking Pot

   In a large pot, bring 4 cups of water to a boil. Add 1 tablespoon of salt and 2 tablespoons of Old Bay seasoning to the water.

2. 2

   Add the Crabs

   Once the water is boiling, carefully add the 3 Blue Claw crabs to the pot. Cover the pot and let the crabs steam in the boiling water for 12-15 minutes or until they turn a vibrant orange color.

3. 3

   Melt Butter

   While the crabs are cooking, melt 4 tablespoons of butter in a small saucepan over low heat. You can add a pinch of Old Bay seasoning to the butter for extra flavor.

4. 4

   Serve

   Once the crabs are done, remove them from the pot and drain any excess water. Serve hot with melted butter and lemon wedges on the side for dipping.