Vietnamese cuisine is renowned for its vibrant flavors and harmonious combinations of ingredients. One dish that perfectly encapsulates this essence is Bánh Mì Nướng Cua, also known as Vietnamese Crab Toast. This unique creation takes the classic bánh mì to new heights by introducing succulent crab meat as the star ingredient.

The Ingredients:

1. Crab Meat: I used imitation but feel free to use real crab!
2. Baguette: A crusty baguette serves as the canvas.
3. Fresh Herbs: Fragrant cilantro and green onions provide a burst of herbal freshness.
4. Mayonnaise: Creamy mayonnaise acts as a luscious binding agent for the crab filling.
5. Seasonings: A combination of spices and seasonings infuse the crab meat.

Bánh Mì Nướng Cua offers a delightful contrast of textures and flavors. The crispy exterior of the baguette complements the crab meat. The richness of the crab is balanced by the freshness of the herbs.

While staying true to the essence of bánh mì, Bánh Mì Nướng Cua introduces an innovative twist by incorporating crab meat. This fusion of flavors celebrates the heritage of Vietnamese cuisine while embracing the culinary evolution with using an air fryer.

As with any culinary creation, Bánh Mì Nướng Cua invites your personal touch. Feel free to experiment by adding a dash of lime zest for a zesty kick or drizzling a touch of chili sauce for extra heat. Let your creativity run wild as you customize this dish to your unique taste preferences.

Whether enjoyed as an appetizer, a light snack, or a delightful party treat, Bánh Mì Nướng Cua is the perfect choice and it’s super easy to make too!

How to make Bánh Mì Nướng Cua (Vietnamese Crab Toast)

Recipe by Jen H. DaoCourse: Appetizers, Recipes, Seafood

Servings

4

servings

Prep time

10

minutes

Cooking time

10

minutes

Ingredients

• 1 cup imitation crab meat (shredded)

• 1/2 cup Japanese or American mayonnaise

• 2 green onions (finely chopped)

• 1 shallot (finely chopped)

• 1 celery (finely chopped)

• 1 tbsp minced garlic

• 1/2 cup mozzarella cheese

• 1/4 tsp sugar

• 1/4 tsp salt

• 1/8 tsp black pepper

• 1 baguette, sliced into pieces

• Optional: cilantro (finely chopped)

Directions

• In a bowl, combine the shredded crab meat, mayonnaise, chopped green onions, celery, shallot, garlic, cheese, sugar, salt, and pepper. Mix well to ensure the filling is evenly combined and seasoned.
• Spread a generous amount of the crab filling on each baguette slice.
• Preheat your air fryer to 350°F (175°C) and toast for 7-9 minutes. Cool on wire rack. Optional: garnish with chopped cilantro.

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