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Kani Salad

Refreshing Kani Salad: Your Quick Bowl of Asian Flavor

A delicious Kani Salad featuring imitation crab and veggies, all dressed in a tangy mayo for an easy meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Total Time 20 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salads
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 200
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

Base Ingredients
  • 8 oz Imitation Crab Can swap for real crab.
  • 2 medium Cucumbers Persian preferred; can use English cucumbers.
  • 1 cup Shredded Carrots Freshly shredded for best flavor.
Dressing Ingredients
  • 1/2 cup Kewpie Mayo Regular mayo can be used.
  • 2 tbsp Lemon Juice Fresh is best.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil Use extra virgin.
  • Salt To taste.
  • Black Pepper To taste.
  • 1 tsp Mustard Optional; dijon can be used.
  • 1 tbsp Sriracha Hot Sauce Optional; for heat.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Sharp knife
  • grater or food processor

Method
 

Preparation Steps
  1. If your imitation crab is frozen, defrost it by placing it in the fridge overnight or soaking in warm water for 20-30 minutes.
  2. Wash and slice cucumbers into thin matchsticks and shred the carrots.
  3. In a mixing bowl, combine the Kewpie mayo, lemon juice, and sesame oil, whisking until smooth and creamy.
  4. Once the crab is defrosted, shred it into bite-sized pieces and add it to the bowl with cucumbers and carrots.
  5. Pour the dressing over the mixture and toss gently until evenly coated.
  6. Serve immediately or store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to a day.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 200kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 12gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 4gMonounsaturated Fat: 5gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 2gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Kani Salad is best enjoyed fresh, but can be a delightful topping for sushi bowls or a filling in hand rolls. Customize to your preferences for extra flavor and creativity.

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