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Amazing Asian Cucumber Salad with Crab 15 min

asian cucumber salad with crab meat
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A light and refreshing Asian-inspired cucumber salad featuring delicate crab meat, tossed in a tangy sesame-soy dressing. This quick and easy recipe is perfect as an appetizer or side dish.

Ingredients

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  • 2 large cucumbers, thinly sliced
  • 8 oz imitation crab meat, flaked
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon chopped green onions
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, combine the sliced cucumbers and flaked crab meat.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together the rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, and red pepper flakes (if using).
  3. Pour the dressing over the cucumber and crab mixture.
  4. Gently toss to coat everything evenly.
  5. Stir in the chopped cilantro and green onions.
  6. Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • For a spicier kick, add more red pepper flakes or a drizzle of sriracha.
  • Chill the salad for at least 15-30 minutes before serving for best flavor.
  • You can substitute fresh crab meat for imitation crab if preferred.

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