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Chinese Chicken Salad with Nut Dressing
Chef's Menu Description
A delicious and authentic noodles and dumplings recipe for Chinese Chicken Salad with Nut Dressing, prepared with traditional seasonings and techniques.
Ingredients
- • 3 tablespoons Chinkiang vinegar ((*Footnote 1))
- • 2 tablespoons light soy sauce ((*Footnote 2))
- • 2 tablespoon unsalted natural peanut butter
- • 1 tablespoon honey ((or agave syrup))
- • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- • 2 teaspoons ginger (, minced)
- • 2 cloves garlic (, minced (yield about 2 teaspoons))
- • 1 tablespoon homemade chilli oil ((Optional))
- • 1 small head romaine lettuce (, chopped (yield about 4 cups))
- • 1/4 head red cabbage (, shredded (yield about 2 cups))
- • 2 big carrots (, sliced to thin strips (yield about 2 cups))
- • 2 cups chicken (, shredded (rotisserie chicken or leftover chicken))
- • 1 cup cherry tomatoes (, halved)
- • 3 spring onions (, sliced)
- • 1 cup crunchy chow mein noodles
- • chopped fresh coriander for garnish ((Optional))
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Combine all the ingredients for the dressing in a mason jar. Shake until it is well mixed. Let it sit for 10 to 15 minutes while preparing other ingredients. If not serving immediately, store the dressing in the fridge for up to a week.
2
Phase 2
Add romaine lettuce, red cabbage, carrots, chicken, cherry tomatoes, and spring onions in a large bowl.
3
Phase 3
Right before serving, pour in the salad dressing and toss to mix well.
4
Phase 4
Garnish with chow mein noodles, if using.
5
Phase 5
Serve immediately as an appetizer or a light main dish.