Pull backs off of crabs and cut gills off. Spray crabs out with water. Place in large pot in layers. Put a layer of crabs, a layer of onion, a sprinkle of Old Bay, salt and pepper; continue this process until finished. Pour water and vinegar over crabs. Fry salt pork and pour over crabs. Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes.
Author's Comments
These are great served with a cold pepsi and fresh corn-on-the-cob.
Layer your table with old newspapers (this makes clean-up easy) and enjoy your feast the Tangier Island way!
Instructions
Pull backs off of crabs and cut gills off. Spray crabs out with water. Place in large pot in layers. Put a layer of crabs, a layer of onion, a sprinkle of Old Bay, salt and pepper; continue this process until finished. Pour water and vinegar over crabs. Fry salt pork and pour over crabs. Bring to a boil and simmer for 30 minutes.
Author's Comments
These are great served with a cold pepsi and fresh corn-on-the-cob.
Layer your table with old newspapers (this makes clean-up easy) and enjoy your feast the Tangier Island way!
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