Skip the take out and make this easy Spicy Kani Salad recipe at home in minutes. Refreshing and simple, this imitation crab salad combines cucumber, mango and carrot in a creamy, light dressing that’s perfect for a light lunch or dinner. Show This post may contain affiliate links to products I use and love. Thank you for supporting The Suburban Soapbox. Spicy Kani SaladWe order sushi a ton and our usual go to Japanese restaurant has a wide selection of Japanese items to choose from. It’s a good way to try things we wouldn’t normally make at home. And, although, my go-to is always a Spicy Tuna Sundae I almost always order the Spicy Kani Salad. And, although, Kani Salad isn’t a traditional Japanese dish it is served in most American Japanese restaurants so most of you may have already heard about this little gem. The main ingredient in this salad is Kani….if you haven’t guessed already. What is Kani?Kani is, actually, just imitation crabmeat. You know, the crab stick with the red on the side that’s made out of pollock or other mild white fish which is processed to form a paste called surimi. It flakes easily, just like crab, and tastes almost identical to crabmeat. Kani means “crab” in Japanese and is commonly found in many Japanese dishes like sushi or salads. We usually order Kani sashimi on top of our seaweed salads for an extra dose of protein. It’s also known as Kani Kamaboko or just Kamikama. WHAT IS KANI SALAD MADE OFKani salad is made with very simple ingredients so be sure to find high quality ingredients to maximize the flavor. This recipe uses Japanese Mayonnaise (Kewpie Asian Mayonnaise) which is creamier and uses rice vinegar instead of regular distilled white vinegar. If you can’t find Japanese Mayo, regular mayonnaise will be fine. I order mine online and one bottle lasts a pretty long time. Ingredients for Kani Salad:
Extra Mix Ins: While this salad is fabulous on it’s own, you can add a few other things to make it your own. I sprinkled a bit of Flying Fish Roe (Tobiko) on top along with some sesame seeds for crunch. I love the texture of both. You can also add avocado, Kelp Noodles (rice noodles) or corn kernels for some added crunch! How To Make ItMost of the prep time will be spent chopping and slicing but the investment is well worth it. And, honestly, it will only take you about 10-15 minutes tops to pull this together.
How To Serve ItWe love to serve this salad as a first course or light lunch. Otherwise, we serve it alongside grilled Teriyaki Chicken or with this sweet and spicy Salmon. You can also serve it just on top of a few lettuce leaves and eat it like a low carb wrap. So simple and versatile. Storage TipsTo store your Kani Salad, simply transfer to an airtight container and refrigerate for up to 3 days. I do not recommend freezing this salad because the texture will change, it’s definitely better fresher! If you love this recipe, you may also like these easy salad recipes! Definitely try this Asian Ramen Noodle Salad….another americanized classic but the crunch is outstanding! Or you may also love this Easy Shrimp Ceviche....it’s no cook and ready in minutes. DON’T MISS A RECIPE! GO FOLLOW US OVER ON INSTAGRAM AND FACEBOOK FOR MORE EASY FAMILY RECIPE IDEAS! Get the Recipe: Spicy Kani Salad RecipeYield: 8 Prep Time: 15 mins Total Time: 15 mins Quick and easy, this classic Kani Salad Recipe is a staple in Japanese Sushi restaurants. You can now make it at home in minutes! 4.72 from 7 votes Print Recipe Rate Recipe Pin Recipe Ingredients
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NotesKani Salad can be made up to 3 days in advance and store in an airtight container in the refrigerator. What is kani salad made of?Kani salad combines shredded crab sticks with a homemade, mayo-based dressing made from Japanese mayonnaise (Kewpie). The dressing is spiced with sriracha, and the salad is tossed with tobiko and panko breadcrumbs added for textural contrast and flavor!
What is spicy Kani made of?Spicy Kani Salad is a rich umami flavored salad featuring imitation crab, crunchy cucumbers, crispy panko, and spicy Kewpie mayo.
How many calories are in a kani salad?Is Kani Salad Healthy? Yes, this salad is healthy — especially this one, with no added sugar. Wondering about kani salad calories? Each serving has 169 calories.
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