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SPICY KANI SALAD

Spicy Kani Salad: A Crunchy, Creamy Delight for Any Occasion

Spicy Kani Salad combines the freshness of cucumber and crab with a creamy dressing, perfect for any occasion.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 5 minutes
Total Time 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Salad
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 250

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 ounces Crab meat can use imitation or lump crab
  • 1 large Cucumber seeded and cut into matchsticks
  • 2 cups Shredded lettuce for base serving
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Kewpie mayo is ideal
  • 2 tablespoons Sriracha adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Lemon juice freshly squeezed for best taste
  • 1 tablespoon Mirin can be replaced with sake or rice vinegar
For the Crunch
  • 1 cup Panko breadcrumbs gluten-free options if needed
  • 1 tablespoon Butter for toasting panko
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds optional for garnish

Equipment

  • skillet
  • Mixing Bowl
  • Whisk

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Melt 1 tablespoon of butter in a skillet over medium heat. Add panko breadcrumbs and toast for about 5 minutes, stirring frequently until golden brown. Transfer to a plate to cool.
  2. In a small mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, Sriracha, mirin, and lemon juice. Whisk together until smooth and creamy, then refrigerate.
  3. In a medium bowl, mix crab meat and cucumber matchsticks. Pour the Sriracha mayonnaise over the mixture and stir gently to coat.
  4. Lay shredded lettuce on a platter. Spoon crab salad mixture on top and sprinkle toasted panko breadcrumbs and sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 15gProtein: 10gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 45mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 350mgFiber: 2gSugar: 1gVitamin A: 250IUVitamin C: 6mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Best enjoyed immediately to preserve texture. Adjust Sriracha for desired spice level.

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