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    How long can I keep steamed crabs?
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    If you freeze them, they can last a long time. If they are refrigerated, they will only last a few days.
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    Can the crabs still be eaten if they aren't fully orange in color?
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    No. This means there might be raw parts, but it shouldn't harm you.
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    How long should I steam frozen crab claws that have been pressure steamed and frozen?
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    It should not be much more than 45 minutes because it is cooked already. Be sure to add salt.
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    Can I cook small crabs in an electric pressure cooker?
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    You can, but if you do, you might crack the shell. I would recommend boiling or steaming instead.
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    Is okay to put hot water on the crabs before I cook them?
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    No. They should go directly into the cooking water.
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    Is it okay to rinse off crabs with a hose before you cook them?
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    Always try to hose them off before cooking them.
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