Cambodian Chicken Salad Recipe
Cambodian chicken salad is a refreshing and flavorful dish that combines tender chicken with a variety of fresh vegetables and herbs. This salad is known for its vibrant colors and bold flavors, making it a perfect choice for a light and healthy meal. With a prep time of 20 minutes and a cook time of 15 minutes, this recipe is quick and easy to make.
Ingredients:
- 2 boneless, skinless chicken breasts
- 1 cucumber, thinly sliced
- 1 carrot, julienned
- 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced
- 1 cup bean sprouts
- 1/2 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/4 cup fresh mint leaves, chopped
- 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, crushed
- 2 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 clove garlic, minced
- 1 red chili, thinly sliced (optional)
Instructions:
- In a pot of boiling water, cook the chicken breasts for about 10-12 minutes or until cooked through. Remove from the water and let them cool. Once cooled, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, bean sprouts, cilantro, and mint leaves.
- In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce, lime juice, sugar, vegetable oil, minced garlic, and sliced red chili (if using).
- Add the shredded chicken to the bowl of vegetables and pour the dressing over the top. Toss everything together until well coated.
- Sprinkle the crushed peanuts over the salad for an added crunch.
- Serve the Cambodian chicken salad chilled and enjoy!
