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Chilled Dungeness Crab Salad Recipe

Time2h
Serves4

Thai Pineapple “Curry”, Avocado, Pickled Hijiki and Cucumber Granita

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Ingredients

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Salad Ingredients

Method

Preparation Steps

1

Prepare the Cucumber Granita

Grate the cucumber and sprinkle with salt. Let it sit for 10 minutes to release moisture. Squeeze out excess water, then blend with a little lime juice. Pour into a shallow dish and freeze for 1-2 hours until firm. Scrape with a fork to create granita.

2

Prepare the Pickled Hijiki

Soak hijiki seaweed in water for 10 minutes. Drain and rinse. Combine with rice vinegar, a pinch of sugar, and a dash of salt. Let marinate for at least 30 minutes.

3

Make the Thai Pineapple Curry Dressing

Blend fresh pineapple, coconut milk, lime juice, fish sauce, and red curry paste until smooth. Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper.

4

Assemble the Salad

In a large bowl, combine Dungeness crab meat, diced avocado, and chopped cilantro. Toss gently with the pineapple curry dressing. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

5

Serve

Scoop cucumber granita into serving bowls, top with the crab salad mixture, and garnish with pickled hijiki. Enjoy chilled.