Spicy Kani Recipe
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Spicy Kani Recipe
Description
Spicy Kani Recipe brings together shredded kani (imitation crab), fresh shredded mango, and cucumber coated in a zesty, creamy dressing. The dressing balances tang from rice vinegar and sweetness from sugar with the gentle heat of Sriracha and the warmth of paprika and grated ginger. Tossing everything together allows the flavors to blend before topping with toasted panko breadcrumbs for a crisp finish.
The mix of soft kani and juicy mango with the crunchy panko creates an appealing combination of textures. The cooling cucumber provides freshness and balances the heat. This salad is a refreshing dish served chilled, suitable as a side or light appetizer.
Cover and chill the salad for up to three days to let flavors meld further while keeping the panko added just before serving to maintain its crunch.
Ingredients
For the Dressing:
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 2 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 1 teaspoon Sriracha sauce (chile sauce)
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon ginger freshly grated
- Pinch salt
For the Salad:
- 4 kani sticks (1/2 pound imitation crab)
- 1 Mango peeled and shredded
- 1 cucumber or three baby cucumbers) peeled and shredded, large
- 3/4 cup panko bread crumbs
Instructions
- For the Dressing: In a small bowl, whisk the dresing ingredients together until smooth. Taste for seasoning and salt and pepper as needed. Set aside.
- For the Salad: Shred the crab sticks by hand and place in a large bowl. Shred the cucumber and mango in a food processor (or julienne by hand) and place in the bowl.
- Toss with the dressing and top with panko immediately before serving.
Notes
- Cover the prepared salad and refrigerate for up to three days to enhance flavors.
- Add panko breadcrumbs immediately before serving to preserve their crisp texture.
Nutrition Information
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Serving: 4Serving
Amount Per Serving
Calories 178 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.75cup | |
| Calories | 178kcal | 9% |
| Carbohydrates | 16g | 5% |
| Protein | 2g | 4% |
| Fat | 11g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat | 1g | 5% |
| Cholesterol | 6mg | 2% |
| Sodium | 208mg | 9% |
| Potassium | 193mg | 4% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 8g | 16% |
| Vitamin A | 625IU | 13% |
| Vitamin C | 18.2mg | 20% |
| Calcium | 36mg | 4% |
| Iron | 0.8mg | 4% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.