Thai Style Open Crab Meat Sandwich Recipe

Escape to Thailand with this vibrant open-faced crab sandwich! Succulent crab meat mingles with creamy avocado, zesty ginger, and a hint of lime for a refreshing summer lunch or light meal anytime. This easy recipe is ready in under 30 minutes and bursts with fresh, authentic Thai flavors.

Prep Time 10 mins
Cook Time 20 mins
Calories 483.3 kcal
Protein 16g
Rating 4.7 (3 Reviews)
Thai Style Open Crab Meat Sandwich

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Chef Forktionary, author of this recipe

Recipe adapted from Food.com. Standardized by Forktionary.

Ingredients for Thai Style Open Crab Meat Sandwich

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How to Make Thai Style Open Crab Meat Sandwich

  1. **Prepare the Ginger-Lime Dressing:** In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon lime juice, grated ginger, and minced lemon grass.
  2. **Make Homemade Mayonnaise (Optional):** In a blender, combine 2 egg yolks and 1 tablespoon lime juice. With the blender running, slowly drizzle in 1 1/4 cups olive oil until emulsified and thick. Season with salt and pepper to taste. (Alternatively, use 1/2 cup store-bought mayonnaise).
  3. **Assemble the Sandwich:** Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on each slice of bread.
  4. **Prep the Avocado:** Halve the avocado, remove the pit, and thinly slice the flesh.
  5. **Layer the Sandwich:** Arrange avocado slices on the prepared bread. Drizzle with a little lime juice.
  6. **Add the Crab:** Spoon the crab meat over the avocado, adding any remaining lime-ginger dressing.
  7. **Top and Finish:** Spread the remaining mayonnaise over the crab. Garnish with a cilantro sprig.
  8. **Serve:** Serve immediately and enjoy your delicious Thai-inspired crab sandwich!

Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)

Sodium

27 g

Sugar

13g

Fat

21g

Carbs

17g