BANANA BLOSSOM SALAD
Unlike the purple bulb banana blossom from Hawaii, Mexico and South America that is available and used in the USA, Chef Khai remembers the lovely white, tender banana blossoms he enjoyed in Vietnam. To julienne the banana blossoms, Chef Khai uses the thinnest setting on a Japanese mandolin. It is important to soak the strips in a large bowl of cold water with white vinegar to prevent discoloration.
Provided by Food Network
Categories main-dish
Time 10m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 16
Steps:
- Peel off and discard the tough, old outer layers (called bracts) of the banana blossom. Use a Japanese mandolin with the thinnest setting and cut into fine julienne strips; immediately plunge into large bowl of cold water and the white vinegar. When ready to prepare the salad, remove the julienne strips and shake off the tiny white buds (chopped up baby buds). Rinse and drain. Squeeze dry of the excess water. Place 4 cups well-packed strips into a bowl. Add the White Vinaigrette and toss for a few seconds. Pour off the excess liquid.
- In a separate bowl, toss the shredded chicken with salt, pepper, and lime juice. Add the grapefruit, rau rum, and chili fish sauce and mix together thoroughly.
- To serve, mound the salad equally onto 4 separate plates. Top each salad with 1 tablespoon crispy shallot flakes and 1 tablespoon chopped peanuts. Serve immediately.
- Mix all ingredients together in a medium bowl until the sugar and salt are dissolved. Set aside.
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simon peter okello
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Basir wzr
[email protected]I love the addition of the mint to this salad. It really brightens up the flavors.
Patrick Camera
[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover rice. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of fiber.
shahryar malik
[email protected]I'm so glad I tried this recipe. It's a new favorite in my household.
Johnie Lopez
[email protected]This salad is a great way to show off your culinary skills.
Syed Iftikhar Hussain
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes. This banana blossom salad definitely fits the bill!
Hamza Sahi
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables.
Ron Bissoondhary
[email protected]I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up my banana blossoms.
Md Jibonsarker
[email protected]This salad is a great make-ahead meal. It's even better the next day!
Aavash Aavash
[email protected]I love the dressing for this salad. It's light and flavorful, and it really complements the banana blossom.
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[email protected]This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken or pork. It's also a great vegetarian option.
Yasir Jutt
[email protected]I'm always looking for new and exciting ways to use banana blossoms. This salad is definitely a keeper!
Maruf Sikder
[email protected]This salad is so easy to make! I had it ready in under 30 minutes.
Md Nahian
[email protected]I love the combination of flavors and textures in this salad. The banana blossom is slightly crunchy, while the peanuts add a nice nutty flavor.
op Prince Gmaing
[email protected]This salad is a great way to get your daily dose of fruits and vegetables. It's also very filling and satisfying.
Salwa Sllu
[email protected]I've never had banana blossom before, but this salad has definitely convinced me to try it again. It's so flavorful and versatile.
Dontarious Thomas
[email protected]This recipe is a great way to use up leftover banana blossoms. I love the addition of the peanuts and cilantro.
Pinki Violet
[email protected]I was a bit hesitant to try banana blossom, but I'm so glad I did! This salad is delicious and refreshing.
Matthew Cooper
[email protected]This banana blossom salad was a hit at my last potluck! Everyone loved the unique flavor and texture of the banana blossom. I'll definitely be making this again.