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Crab Salad Puerto Rican Style

Cultural Context

Originating from the coastal regions of Puerto Rico, Crab Salad Puerto Rican Style is a refreshing dish that highlights the island's abundant seafood. Traditionally served at gatherings and celebrations, it embodies the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean, often enjoyed on hot days. Today, variations can be found across the Caribbean and beyond, each adding local twists to this classic.

Puerto RicanPRmain
30 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 pound imitation crab meat
4 tablespoons distilled vinegar
2 teaspoons dried parsley
1/2 teaspoon ground coriander
1 teaspoon ground garlic
1 teaspoon black pepper
2 teaspoons adobo mix
2-3 tablespoons olive oil
10 ounces grape tomatoes, halved
cilantro, chopped
slices of white onion
slices of red bell pepper
slices of yellow bell pepper

mayonnaise

🥗Healthier: Greek yogurt

💰Cheaper: sour cream

Greek yogurt reduces calories while maintaining creaminess

cooked crab meat

🥗Healthier: cooked shrimp

💰Cheaper: canned crab meat

Canned crab is more affordable and still flavorful.

1

Break apart imitation crab meat into bite-sized pieces.

2

Mix in chopped vegetables including grape tomatoes, cilantro, and onions.

3

Add olive oil according to taste, about 2-3 tablespoons.

4

Incorporate distilled vinegar to taste, adjusting for preference.

5

Add adobo mix and remaining seasonings, mixing well to combine.

6

Let the salad marinate in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

Cooking Techniques

mixingchilling

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlknifecutting boardrefrigerator

Spice Level:

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Allergens

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Also Known As

Ensalada de CangrejoSalpicon de Cangrejo

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