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Japanese Kani Salad

Cultural Context

Originating from Japan, Kani Salad showcases the country's love for fresh, light ingredients, often enjoyed as a side dish in sushi restaurants. This salad embodies the balance of flavors and textures, combining the sweetness of crab with crunchy vegetables. Today, variations of Kani Salad can be found worldwide, often adapted to local tastes and ingredient availability.

JapaneseJPside
20 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup cucumber, julienned
1 cup carrots, julienned
8 oz surimi crab meat (crabsticks)
1/2 cup mayonnaise
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1/2 cup corn
4 cups lettuce
1 cup mango, diced
1 avocado, sliced

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

surimi crab meat

🥗Healthier: real crab meat

💰Cheaper: imitation crab

Imitation crab is more affordable and widely available.

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt offers a healthier option with less fat.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: vegetable oil

Olive oil is a healthier fat alternative.

avocado

💰Cheaper: mashed peas

Mashed peas can mimic creaminess at a lower cost.

1

Prepare the cucumber and carrots by julienning them into thin strips.

2

In a large bowl, combine the crabsticks, cucumber, and carrots.

3

Add mayonnaise and sesame oil to the bowl.

4

Mix the ingredients until well combined.

5

Season with black pepper to taste.

6

Serve the salad on a bed of lettuce and top with sliced avocado and mango.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchilling

Equipment Needed

large bowlcutting boardknife

Spice Level:

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Dietary

nut-free

Allergens

shellfishsoyegg

Also Known As

Kani SaladCrab Salad
Local Name: カニサラダ

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