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Kani Salad

Delicious Kani Salad: A Light and Creamy Seafood Delight

Discover the refreshing taste of Kani Salad, a light and creamy seafood dish that's gluten-free and low-carb.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Chilling Time 30 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Japanese
Calories: 230
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Salad
  • 8 oz Imitation Crab Sticks High-quality for best flavor
  • 1 Cucumber Low-seed variety like English or Persian
  • 1 Carrot Shred fresh for optimal taste
For the Dressing
  • 1/2 cup Mayonnaise Consider using Kewpie
  • 1 Tbsp Lemon Juice Or Rice Wine Vinegar, adjust to taste
  • 1 pinch Salt
  • 1 dash Black Pepper
  • 1 tsp Sriracha Hot Sauce Optional, adjust according to heat preference
For Garnishing
  • 1 Tbsp Sesame Seeds
  • 2 slices Lemon For garnish
  • 1/4 cup Cilantro or Green Onion Chopped

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Grater or Knife

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions for Kani Salad
  1. Wash and prepare your vegetables. Julienne or shred the cucumber and carrot. Set aside in a mixing bowl.
  2. Shred the imitation crab sticks into thin strands for a fluffy texture.
  3. In a bowl, combine lemon juice, mayonnaise, salt, pepper, and sriracha. Whisk until smooth.
  4. In the large bowl with shredded crab, add cucumber and carrot. Drizzle the dressing and toss to combine.
  5. Serve in bowls or a platter, garnished with sesame seeds, lemon slices, and cilantro or green onion.

Nutrition

Serving: 1cupCalories: 230kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 15gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gCholesterol: 30mgSodium: 450mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 3gSugar: 2gVitamin A: 350IUVitamin C: 10mgCalcium: 50mgIron: 1mg

Notes

For best flavor, use fresh ingredients and chill the salad before serving.

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