What is Crunchy Spicy Kani? Nutritional Facts, Calories & Taste

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What is Crunchy Spicy Kani?

Crunchy spicy kani is used as a sushi filling and can be found in poke bowls and other Japanese/Hawaiian inspired seafood dishes. The kani, also known as imitation crab and made from fish, is finely chopped and mixed with mayonnaise, sriracha, and spicy shichimi togarashi seasoning. To add crunch, crispy tenkasu; deep fried flour bits are added to create texture in addition to flavor.

What does Crunchy Spicy Kani Taste Like?

Spicy

Spicy is a flavor that brings heat and fire to food by creating a burning sensation in the mouth or sinuses. Spicy flavors come from hot peppers, horseradish, and wasabi. Spicy adds a kick and sometimes complexity to a dish and releases endorphins, creating a mildly addictive quality.

Ingredients

kani

Kani, also called surimi, imitation crab, or crab stick is a processed and cooked seafood product, used primarily in sushi and raw seafood dishes. It is served cold and made from ground fish, which is mixed with water, flour, starch and seasonings, then formed into compact sticks. These sticks are orange on the outside and white on the inside. The texture is very similar to crab; flaky and delicate. The flavor is mildly fishy and tastes almost exactly like sweet and delicate crab meat.

sriracha

Sriracha is an extremely popular hot sauce that complements many cuisines, particularly those of East Asia. The sauce is a vibrant red color and is easy to squeeze out of the bottle with its semi-thick viscosity. The smell is sweet and spicy and the flavor is similar with a hint of tanginess and garlic. Sriracha tastes very different from any other hot sauce.

tenkasu

Tenkasu are tiny bits of crunchy fried wheat flour dough. They are light, cream colored, crunchy and look somewhat like Rice Krispies. They are essentially tempura batter crumbs and made specifically to create a crunchy texture in certain foods, including sushi. The flavor is mild and a bit salty and umami.

japanese mayonnaise

Japanese mayonnaise is a similar to American mayonnaise and uses many of the same ingredients. However, the main distinctions are the use of egg yolks, instead of whole eggs, this gives the mayonnaise a thicker and creamier texture. Rice vinegar is used instead of distilled vinegar, adding another layer of flavor. Dashi powder or other mild seasonings may be added to enhance the flavor. Japanese mayonnaise is cream colored, thick and tastes slightly sweet. Japanese mayo is used on sushi and many other dishes.

chili oil

Chili oil is a popular product in Asia, particularly in East Asian cuisines. The oil is made by infusing hot chili peppers into oil. During the process of letting the chili peppers sit in the oil, hot pepper seeds are added for flavor and the chilies are removed. This oil is a deep red color, has a spicy fragrance and is thick from the seeds. The flavor is full, spicy and often has a hint of salt. Chili oil can be added into dishes and on top of dishes, such as noodles, stir fries and meat.

sesame oil

Sesame oil is pressed and extracted from sesame seeds. Sesame is a tiny seed with an earthy and nutty flavor. The sesame ranges in neutral colors from white to black. Raw sesame oil is yellow. Roasted sesame oil is a light to medium shade of brown. The raw, or non-roasted oil has a milder taste than the roasted variety and is more multi-purpose, whereas the oil from roasted sesame seeds lends a deep, earthy flavor that pairs well in East Asian dishes and is used as a flavoring.

shichimi togarashi

Shichimi togarashi is a popular Japanese spice blend that is used to flavor noodles, meats and variety of savory dishes. The spice blend can be found prepackaged in the US and has an orange-brown tone composed of flakes and granules of various dried spices. It is hot and spicy with an earthy and citrusy flavor that has hints of ginger and seaweed.

Crunchy Spicy Kani Nutritional Facts and Calories

Serving Size: 3 tablespoon45g

3 tablespoon Crunchy Spicy Kani

	Amount Per Serving	% Daily Value
Calories	54kcal	3%
Fats	2g	3%
Sat. fats	N/A
Mono. Fats	N/A
Trans fats	N/A
Carbs	4g	1%
Sugars	N/A
Fiber	N/A
Proteins	6g	8%
Cholesterol	N/A
Sodium	110mg	5%

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Frequently Asked Questions

How much protein is in Crunchy Spicy Kani?

3 tablespoon of Crunchy Spicy Kani contains 6 g of protein.

How many carbs are in Crunchy Spicy Kani?

3 tablespoon of Crunchy Spicy Kani contains 4 g of carbs.

How much fat is in Crunchy Spicy Kani?

3 tablespoon of Crunchy Spicy Kani contains 2 g of fat.

How many calories are in 3 tablespoon of Crunchy Spicy Kani?

There are 54 calories in 3 tablespoon of Crunchy Spicy Kani.

How many calories are in 1 oz of Crunchy Spicy Kani?

There are 34 calories in 1 oz of Crunchy Spicy Kani.

How many calories are in 1 pound of Crunchy Spicy Kani?

There are 544 calories in 1 pound of Crunchy Spicy Kani.

How many calories are in 1 Recipe Serving of Crunchy Spicy Kani?

There are 198 calories in 1 Recipe Serving of Crunchy Spicy Kani.

How many calories are in 1 Tablespoon of Crunchy Spicy Kani?

There are 18 calories in 1 Tablespoon of Crunchy Spicy Kani.