By Measure
For The Steaming:
12 Blue Crabs (Size: jumbos or whales)
3 cups water
3 cups cider vinegar
For The Spice Mix:
4 tablespoons ground yellow mustard
3 tablespoons ground coriander seeds
2 tablespoons ground whole allspice
2 tablespoons ground dill seed
1 tablespoon ground cloves
1 tablespoon crushed red pepper
8 bay leaves
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper or to taste
salt to taste