Imitation Crab Kani Salad Bowl
A refreshing bowl of shredded imitation crab, cucumber, and avocado in creamy sesame dressing.

Total
20 min
Prep
15 min
Cook
5 min
Serves
2
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Recipe serves 2
Ingredients
- 8 oz oz Imitation crab (kani) sticks
- 1 medium Cucumber, julienned
- 1 whole Avocado, sliced
- 3 tbsp tbsp Mayonnaise
- 1 tbsp tbsp Sriracha(optional)
- 1 tsp tsp Soy sauce
- 1 tsp tsp Rice vinegar
- 1 tsp tsp Toasted sesame oil
- 1 tbsp tbsp Sesame seeds(optional)
- 1 sheet Nori sheets, cut into strips(optional)
- 1 cup cup Cooked sushi rice or short-grain rice
Instructions
- 1
Shred the imitation crab sticks into thin strands by pulling them apart along their natural seams and set aside.
- 2
Julienne the cucumber and slice the avocado; set aside.
- 3
Whisk together the mayonnaise, sriracha, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and toasted sesame oil to make the creamy sesame dressing.
- 4
Toss the shredded crab with half the dressing, then gently fold in the cucumber.
- 5
Divide warm cooked rice between two bowls, top with the crab salad and avocado slices.
- 6
Drizzle with remaining dressing, sprinkle with sesame seeds and nori strips, and serve immediately.
Nutrition per serving
Calories
480
24% of a 2,000 kcal day
| Protein | 14 g |
| Carbohydrate | 52 g |
| Fat | 24 g |
| Fiber | 7 g |
| Sugar | 6 g |
| Sodium | 980 mg |
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