Crab meat appetizer with wasabi mayonnaise

4 servings

10 minutes

Crab meat appetizer with wasabi mayonnaise is a refined dish of Japanese cuisine that combines the tenderness of crab meat with the spicy flavor of wasabi and the creamy texture of mayonnaise. Traditionally, Japanese gastronomy aims for a balance of flavors and elegance in presentation, and this dish is a vivid example. The lightness of crab, the subtle sharpness of wasabi, and the freshness of daikon create a harmonious ensemble, while chives and watercress add sophistication to the appetizer. This dish is suitable for both festive dinners and light aperitifs. With its refreshing taste and beautiful presentation, it will adorn any table, impressing guests with its elegance and refinement.

Energy value per serving

• Calories: 162.7
• Proteins: 10.9g
• Fats: 2.8g
• Carbohydrates: 22.2g

Ingredients

• Sake: 1 tbsp
• Salt: 1 tbsp
• White crab meat: 600 g
• Chives: 16 stem
• Daikon: 440 g
• Watercress: to taste
• Light mayonnaise: 50 g
• Wasabi: 10 g

Cooking steps

1. Bring water to a boil in a pot and add sake and salt. Wrap the pieces of meat in cheesecloth and submerge them in boiling water. Bring to a boil and quickly transfer to a bowl of ice water. Then unwrap the cheesecloth.

   Required ingredients:

   • Sake: 1 tablespoon
   • Salt: 1 tablespoon
   • White crab meat: 600 g

2. In a small bowl, mix mayonnaise and wasabi.

   Required ingredients:

   • Light mayonnaise: 50 g
   • Wasabi: 10 g

3. Cut each piece of crab meat in half.

4. Take 2 pieces of meat and tightly tie them with 4 pieces of chives. Place in a serving bowl. Repeat the same with the remaining meat.

   Required ingredients:

   • Chives: 16 stems

5. Top with mayonnaise, strips of daikon, and watercress.

   Required ingredients:

   • Light mayonnaise: 50 g
   • Daikon: 440 g
   • Watercress:  to taste