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Description
Kani Salad, a vibrant and refreshing Japanese crab salad, is an absolute delight that brings fresh, colorful ingredients together for a satisfying meal. This quick and easy dish features the sweetness of ripe mango paired with crunchy vegetables like cucumber and carrot, all tossed in a creamy mayonnaise dressing with just a hint of sriracha for a touch of spice. Perfect as a light lunch, side dish, or picnic treat, this salad is not only delicious but also visually appealing, making it an ideal choice for gatherings. With its nutritious profile and delightful flavors, Kani Salad is sure to impress your family and friends.
Ingredients
Scale
- 500 g crab sticks (defrosted)
- 1 medium carrot
- 1 medium mango
- 1 medium cucumber
- ½ cup mayonnaise (Kewpie)
- 2 tsp sriracha
- ½ lemon (juiced)
- Salt and pepper to taste
Instructions
- Defrost crab sticks if frozen. Slice cucumber into thin rounds, julienne carrot into strips, and dice mango into small pieces.
- In a mixing bowl, combine mayonnaise, sriracha, lemon juice, salt, and pepper. Whisk until smooth.
- In a large bowl, mix crab sticks, cucumber slices, carrots, and mango. Pour the dressing over the ingredients and gently toss until evenly coated.
- Serve immediately or refrigerate for up to one hour for enhanced flavors.
- Prep Time: 10 minutes
- Cook Time: None
- Category: Salad
- Method: Mixing
- Cuisine: Japanese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 680mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 22g
- Fiber: 3g
- Protein: 10g
- Cholesterol: 30mg