CRUNCHY VIETNAMESE CHICKEN SALAD

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A Food and Wine magazine staff favorite! Leave the seeds in the serrano chile if you like the heat/spice!

Provided by LifeIsGood

Categories     < 60 Mins

Time 45m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 19

2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons asian fish sauce
1 teaspoon asian fish sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons fresh lime juice, plus lime wedges for serving
1 1/2 tablespoons distilled white vinegar
1 tablespoon water
1 serrano chili, minced (with or without seeds, your choice on heat level)
1 small garlic clove, minced
1 cup vegetable oil, for frying
2 large shallots, thinly sliced
kosher salt, to taste
4 cups finely shredded green cabbage (from 1/2 small head)
2 carrots, finely shredded
1/2 small red onion, thinly sliced
1/4 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
1/4 cup coarsely chopped mint
3 cups shredded rotisserie chicken (from about 1/2 chicken)
2 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
3 tablespoons coarsely chopped unsalted dry roasted peanuts

Steps:

  • Stir together the sugar, fish sauce, lime juice, vinegar, water, chile and garlic until the sugar dissolves. Let stand for about 5 minutes.
  • In a small saucepan, heat the oil until shimmering. Add the shallots and cook over med.-high to high heat, stirring, until golden (don't let them burn!) - about 4 minutes or so. Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with salt. Let cool.
  • In a big bowl, toss the cabbage, carrots, onion, cilantro, mint and chicken.
  • Add the olive oil and dressing (the sugar, fish sauce, etc -- combination) and toss.
  • Sprinkle with the peanuts and shallots. Serve with the lime wedges.
  • Enjoy!

Fayaz. Junejo
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I highly recommend this recipe. It's a great way to enjoy a healthy and flavorful meal.


MD Apo
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This salad is a great way to change up your lunch routine. It's also a great way to impress your friends and family.


Abderazak Elghebir
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and doesn't require any fancy ingredients.


Corbyn Martin
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This recipe is a great way to use up leftover chicken. It's also a great way to get your daily dose of vegetables.


Alex Pascal
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I'm always looking for new and exciting recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The chicken salad is so unique and flavorful. I can't wait to try it again.


Lynsibek
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This salad is a great source of protein and fiber. It's a great way to stay full and satisfied.


Anthonella Lopez
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I love how this salad can be made ahead of time. It's perfect for busy weeknights.


Munir Jps
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This recipe is a great way to get your kids to eat their vegetables. My kids love the crunchy vegetables and flavorful dressing.


Usman Sehgal
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I'm not usually a big fan of chicken salad, but this recipe changed my mind. The dressing is so flavorful and the chicken is so tender. I'll definitely be making this again.


Ihtisham Shami
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This salad is so refreshing and light. It's the perfect meal for a hot summer day.


Tadiwanashe Maeni
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I love the versatility of this recipe. You can easily customize it to your own liking. For example, I like to add some chopped peanuts or cashews for extra crunch.


Sane Shange
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This recipe is a keeper! I've made it several times now, and it's always a hit. My friends and family love it.


Artem Litovchenko
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I'm always looking for new and healthy recipes, and this one definitely fits the bill. The chicken salad is packed with fresh vegetables and lean protein. It's a great lunch or dinner option.


Dawn Wheeler
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This salad is a great way to use up leftover chicken. I had some rotisserie chicken in the fridge, and this was the perfect way to use it up. The salad was so flavorful and satisfying.


Ghani Hussaini
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I love how easy this recipe is to follow. Even as a beginner cook, I was able to make this salad without any problems. The results were amazing!


mcazonto morgan
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This chicken salad is a flavor explosion! The combination of fresh herbs, crunchy vegetables, and tangy dressing is simply irresistible. I'll definitely be making this again.