Tangy Cucumber and Crab Stick Salad with Mustard Dressing
Birthday Party Menu Essential: Refreshing Cucumber and Crab Stick Salad with a Zesty Mustard Sauce
Let’s make a delightful cucumber and crab stick salad that’s both sweet and tangy with a pleasant mustard kick. It’s perfect for special occasions and sure to be a hit with guests!
Main Ingredients- 1 cucumber
- 5 sticks of imitation crab meat (surimi)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
Today, we’re making a refreshing cucumber and crab stick salad. It’s a wonderful dish that’s both sweet and tangy, with a delightful mustard flavor that will awaken your appetite. It’s perfect as an appetizer or a side dish.
Step 2
The key ingredients for this dish are one fresh cucumber and five sticks of imitation crab meat. For the dressing, we’ll use 6 tablespoons of prepared mustard salad dressing, and a pinch of toasted sesame seeds for a nutty aroma. (If you don’t have prepared dressing, don’t worry! We’ll provide instructions to make your own below.)
Step 3
First, wash the cucumber thoroughly. Prepare the imitation crab sticks by slicing them thinly on the diagonal or shredding them into bite-sized pieces. In a large bowl, combine the prepared cucumber and crab sticks. Pour the 6 tablespoons of prepared mustard salad dressing over them. Wearing gloves, gently toss and mix everything together until the ingredients are well coated with the dressing. Be careful not to overmix, as this can make the cucumber mushy. If you’re making the dressing from scratch, whisk together 1.5 tablespoons of Japanese mustard, 2 tablespoons of sugar, 2 tablespoons of vinegar, 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and a pinch of toasted sesame seeds in a separate small bowl until the sugar is dissolved. Use this homemade dressing for the salad.
Step 4
Once everything is nicely mixed, transfer the cucumber and crab stick salad to a serving dish. Sprinkle a pinch of toasted sesame seeds on top for garnish. Voilà! Your delicious, tangy, and slightly spicy cucumber and crab stick salad is ready. It’s an excellent dish for entertaining guests and a favorite among children too. Enjoy this wonderful salad that’s sure to impress!
