Thai Crab and Shrimp Salad Recipe

Ingredients:

• 1 lb crabmeat
• 1 lb cooked shrimp, peeled and deveined
• 1 cucumber, seeded and thinly sliced
• 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
• 1/2 red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup chopped fresh cilantro
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh mint leaves
• 1/4 cup chopped fresh basil leaves
• 1/4 cup chopped roasted peanuts

Dressing:

• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 1 garlic clove, finely minced
• 1 red chili pepper, finely sliced (optional)

Instructions:

1. In a large bowl, combine the crabmeat, cooked shrimp, cucumber, red bell pepper, and red onion.
2. In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, vegetable oil, garlic, and chili pepper (if using) until the sugar dissolves.
3. Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
4. Stir in the cilantro, mint, basil, and peanuts.
5. Chill the salad for at least 30 minutes before serving.
6. Adjust seasonings to taste.

Verdict:

This Thai Crab and Shrimp Salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that’s perfect for a light lunch or dinner. The combination of fresh herbs, seafood, and crunchy vegetables makes for a satisfying salad that’s full of texture and flavor. The dressing is tangy and sweet, with a touch of spice from the chili pepper. Overall, this is a satisfying and delicious meal that’s easy to prepare and perfect for warm weather.

Serving Suggestions:

This salad can be served as a main course or as a side dish. It’s great on its own, but can also be paired with rice for a more filling meal. Add some extra sliced chili pepper for those who like it hot, and you can also garnish with additional chopped peanuts for added texture.