Kani no Yaki

Kani no Yaki is a flavorful Japanese dish featuring grilled crab, infused with aromatic spices and served with a zesty dipping sauce. This Paleo-friendly recipe highlights the natural sweetness of the crab meat while maintaining a healthy profile.

Ingredients

• Crab legs - 400 grams
• Olive oil - 2 tablespoons
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Lemon juice - 2 tablespoons
• Fresh parsley - 2 tablespoons, chopped
• Sea salt - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Coconut aminos - 2 tablespoons
• Chili flakes - 1/4 teaspoon (optional)

Steps

1. Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.
2. In a small bowl, mix olive oil, minced garlic, lemon juice, chopped parsley, sea salt, black pepper, coconut aminos, and chili flakes to create a marinade.
3. Place the crab legs in a shallow dish and pour the marinade over them, ensuring they are well coated. Let them marinate for 10-15 minutes.
4. Carefully place the marinated crab legs on the grill and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until the crab is heated through and has grill marks.
5. Remove the crab legs from the grill and let them rest for a couple of minutes before serving.
6. Serve the grilled crab legs with additional lemon wedges and your favorite Paleo dipping sauce if desired.

Nutrition

• Calories: 320
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 5 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 1 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 20 g
• Saturated Fat: 3 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
• Water: 0.2 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in omega-3 fatty acids, promoting heart health.

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