Chinese chicken salad dressing is a versatile and flavorful condiment that can add a touch of Asian flair to a variety of dishes. With its balanced blend of sweet, sour, and savory flavors, this dressing is perfect for tossing with crisp greens, tender chicken, and crunchy vegetables. Whether you're looking for a quick and easy weeknight meal or a refreshing salad to serve at your next party, Chinese chicken salad dressing is sure to be a hit.
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CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD DRESSING
Had lunch at a friends, she served this salad and the dressing was wonderful. I make this in a shaker bottle with a pour top and store in the refrigerator. It's a great light meal on these hot summer nights!
Provided by Barbs Miller
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 5m
Yield 3-4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 6
Steps:
- Combine all ingredients in a jar with tight lid or a pour top shaker bottle.
- Shake to combine well, until sugar is well dissolved.
- Put in refrigerator over night.
- (I add a bit more soy sauce, for my taste).
- Shake well and pour over salad made with: pouched chicken, romaine lettuce, mandarine oranges, snow peas, slivered almonds, seseme seeds, crisp Chow Mein noodles, etc.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 883.2, Fat 91.5, SaturatedFat 12, Sodium 502.9, Carbohydrate 17.9, Fiber 0.4, Sugar 16.9, Protein 1.5
CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD WITH RED CHILE PEANUT DRESSING
Steps:
- Whisk together the vinegar, peanut butter, ginger, chipotle pepper puree, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, and canola oil in a medium bowl. Season with salt and pepper, to taste. Combine cabbage, lettuce, carrots, snow peas, cilantro, and green onion in a large bowl. Add the dressing and toss to combine.
- Transfer to a serving platter and top with the shredded chicken, chopped peanuts, and mint. Drizzle with chili oil, if desired. Garnish with grilled lime halves.
CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD WITH PEANUT-SESAME DRESSING
Cold shredded chicken in a peanut-sesame dressing is a common component of the exquisitely arranged cold appetizer platters served at Chinese banquets. This salad is as popular among Westerners as it is with the Chinese, and many variations of it are offered in casual dining spots throughout the West. From Joyce Jue, "Far East Cafe: The Best of Casual Asian Cooking".
Provided by lazyme
Categories Chicken Breast
Time 1h10m
Yield 6 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 21
Steps:
- Fill a large saucepan three-fourths full with water and bring to a boil.
- Add the chicken breasts and return to a boil, skimming off any scum that forms on the surface, then immediately reduce the heat to low.
- Simmer, uncovered, until tender, 20 to 25 minutes.
- Drain and let cool.
- Remove the skin from the chicken breasts, bone the breasts and hand shred the meat with the grain into strips about 1/2 inch thick and 2 inches long.
- Refill the large saucepan three-fourths full with water.
- Bring to a boil over high heat and add the salt.
- Gently pull the strands of noodles apart, then drop them into the boiling water, stirring to separate the strands.
- When the water comes to a second boil, boil for 1 minute longer.
- Pour the noodles into a colander and rinse thoroughly with cold running water.
- Drain thoroughly and transfer to a large bowl.
- Toss with the peanut oil to keep the noodles from sticking together.
- Set aside.
- If using white sesame seeds, toast them in a small, dry frying pan over medium heat until golden and fragrant, about 3 minutes.
- If using black sesame seeds, leave them untoasted.
- In a large bowl, toss together the chicken, bell pepper, carrot, cilantro and toasted or raw sesame seeds.
- Arrange the cooked noodles in a wide shallow bowl.
- Scatter the cucumber over the noodles and top with the chicken mixture.
- Cover and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- To make the dressing, in a small bowl, stir together the peanut butter, sesame paste, sugar, soy sauce and vinegar. In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine the peanut or corn oil, sesame oil and chili oil.
- When hot, add the garlic, ginger and green onion; saute gently until fragrant but not browned, about 15 seconds.
- Stir in the peanut butter-sesame paste mixture and cook until the mixture begins to form a light syrup, about 1 minute.
- Remove from the heat and let cool to lukewarm.
- Pour the warm dressing over the chicken salad and sprinkle with the peanuts.
- Serve immediately.
CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD WITH PEANUT BUTTER DRESSING
I have lived in Michigan now for 13 years and not one Chinese Restaurant has Chinese Chicken Salad like they do back home in San Fran, Cali.... :(. So, this is as close as I can come to the real thing... I am not sure where I found this recipe.
Provided by Kimschmee
Categories < 15 Mins
Time 10m
Yield 4 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- To make dressing: In a blender or food processor, puree the oils, peanut butter, vinegar, lime juice, soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and chili powder.
- To make the salad: Cut up chicken into small bite size pieces. Mix the ingredients. Just before serving, toss the salad with the dressing.
- I use Mongolian Fire Oil and Hot Chili Sesame Oil over the top with chopped peanuts. Yummmmmmyyyyy!
- Nutrition per serving: 348 calories; 37 g protein; 15 g carbohydrates; 16 g fat (3 g saturated; 7 g monounsaturated); 83 mg cholesterol; 4 g fiber; 628 mg sodium.
DOM'S CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD DRESSING
Make and share this Dom's Chinese Chicken Salad Dressing recipe from Food.com.
Provided by Chocolatl
Categories Salad Dressings
Time 6m
Yield 1 quart
Number Of Ingredients 8
Steps:
- Heat vinegar in a non-reactive pan over medium heat.
- Add water and sugar, and bring to a boil.
- When sugar is dissolved, remove from heat.
- Add plum sauce, soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and sesame oil.
- Refrigerate overnight.
CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD & DRESSING
I could drink this salad dressing but it's even better drizzled on a chicken salad. Makes a nice main dish for lunch or dinner. Not for the calorie or carb-conscious.
Provided by Kting
Categories Brunch
Time 40m
Yield 8 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 17
Steps:
- Sift sugar& mustard together.
- Slowly add vinegar until smooth (whisk).
- Place mixture on top of double boiler (or use diffuser under a regular pot instead).
- Cook& stir on low until sugar is melted.
- Stir in soy sauce, ginger, garlic and blend well.
- Stir in oils.
- Add lemon juice, salt& pepper.
- Remove from stove, cool and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
- Combine salad ingredients and drizzle dressing over top.
CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD WITH SESAME GINGER DRESSING
"Here's a main dish that's a refreshing change of pace for dinner," writes Linda LaPresle from Glendora, California. "Chock-full of veggies, it's a treat for the two of us," she says, "and so easy to multiply for drop-in guests." TIP: Use any remaining water chestnuts or bean sprouts in a stir-fry, salad or Asian-flavored wrap sandwich later.
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 20m
Yield 2 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 12
Steps:
- In a serving bowl, combine the first eight ingredients. In a small bowl, whisk the soy sauce, sherry or apple juice, oil and ginger. Pour over salad and toss to coat. Serve immediately with a slotted spoon.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 248 calories, Fat 9g fat (1g saturated fat), Cholesterol 40mg cholesterol, Sodium 1030mg sodium, Carbohydrate 18g carbohydrate (6g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 23g protein. Diabetic Exchanges
CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD WITH PEANUT SESAME DRESSING
This recipe is one I bring often to potlucks and get-togethers. I always return home with an empty dish.-Iko Amino, Chicago, Illinois
Provided by Taste of Home
Categories Lunch
Time 25m
Yield 6-8 servings.
Number Of Ingredients 13
Steps:
- Combine dressing ingredients and set aside. Slice chicken into long thin strips. Just before serving, toss together chicken, onions, lettuce and dressing. Top with fried wontons or chow mein noodles and gently toss again. Recipe may be doubled.
Nutrition Facts :
CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD DRESSING
Steps:
- Whisk first 5 ingredients together while sesame seeds are toasting. Add sesame seeds and whisk again. Serve over salad of lettuce, chicken, green onions, mandarin orange segments, chow mein noodles, and sliced water chestnuts. Refrigerate unused dressing.
Tips:
- For the best flavor, use high-quality ingredients. Look for fresh, crisp vegetables, and use a good-quality soy sauce and sesame oil.
- To make the dressing ahead of time, whisk together all of the ingredients except for the sesame seeds. Store the dressing in a covered container in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.
- To make the salad, simply toss the chicken, vegetables, and dressing together. You can also add some toasted sesame seeds for extra flavor.
- Serve the salad immediately or chill it for later. It's a great make-ahead dish for potlucks or picnics.
Conclusion:
Chinese chicken salad is a healthy and delicious dish that's perfect for any occasion. It's easy to make and can be tailored to your own taste preferences. Give it a try next time you're looking for a new salad recipe!
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