Birdseye Chili Salad
Thai Thai - Salads

Birdseye Chili Salad

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  4 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Crisp seasonal garden leaves and fresh vegetables tossed in a vibrant house dressing, finished with toasted seeds and fresh herbs.

Ingredients

  • • 300g squid, cleaned and scored
  • • 4 bird's eye chilies, pounded
  • • 2 tbsp lime juice
  • • 1 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 1/2 tsp palm sugar
  • • 1 stalk lemongrass, sliced thin
  • • 2 shallots, sliced
  • • 1/4 cup Thai basil leaves

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Grill the squid for 2 minutes per side, then slice into rings.

2
Phase 2

Pound the chilies with palm sugar, lime juice, and fish sauce.

3
Phase 3

Fold the warm squid, lemongrass, and shallots into the dressing.

4
Phase 4

Top with Thai basil and serve immediately.