On Thu, 11 Dec 2008 09:44:37 -0800, Theron wrote:

I steam live crab rather than boiling it, and the difference in flavor is
substantial. When you boil the crab or lobster you're essentially making a
very very dilute seafood stock. When you steam, all the flavor stays inside.

Theron

steaming crabs is the only way to go for this maryland boy, not only for
loss of flavor but texture. i haven't tried it with shrimp, but i should.

your pal,
blake