Jul 13 2026
RestaurantsIzakaya 88Kani Su Recipe

Kani Su Recipe

Inspired by Izakaya 88
Time25m
Serves2

Crab, seaweed, massage, cucumbers, vinaigrette dressing.

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Ingredients

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Crab and Cucumber Salad

Vinaigrette Dressing

Method

Crab and Cucumber Salad Preparation

  1. 1

    Prepare the Crab

    If using real crab, shred the crab meat into bite-sized pieces. If using imitation crab, chop into small chunks.

  2. 2

    Prepare the Cucumber

    Wash the cucumber thoroughly. Slice it in half lengthwise and remove the seeds with a spoon. Cut it into thin half-moon slices.

  3. 3

    Prepare Seaweed

    Soak the dried seaweed (if using) in water for about 10 minutes until it rehydrates. Drain well and chop into smaller pieces if necessary.

Vinaigrette Dressing Preparation

  1. 4

    Combine the Dressing Ingredients

    In a bowl, whisk together rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, sugar, salt, and black pepper until the sugar dissolves and the mixture is well combined.

Assembly

  1. 5

    Combine All Ingredients

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the crab meat, cucumber slices, and rehydrated seaweed. Pour the vinaigrette dressing over the mixture.

  2. 6

    Toss the Salad

    Gently toss all the ingredients together until everything is evenly coated with the dressing.

  3. 7

    Serve

    Serve immediately, or chill in the refrigerator for about 15 minutes for enhanced flavors.

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