VIETNAMESE CABBAGE AND CHICKEN SALAD

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Descibed online as a Vietnamese version of a much heavier western cole slaw. Posting for Chinese/Vietnamese New Year.

Provided by Parsley

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 15m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

8 ounces chicken breasts, cooked and shredded
6 ounces green cabbage, shredded
6 ounces purple cabbage, shredded
1/2 cup shredded carrot
1/4 cup chopped scallion
1/4 cup roasted peanuts, coarsely chopped
2 tablespoons chopped fresh mint leaves
4 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro, half reserved for garnish
1 -2 chili peppers, use whatever heat you can stand or 1 -2 just use mild chile
2 garlic cloves, minced
1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
1 tablespoon sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
3 tablespoons fresh lime juice
2 tablespoons oyster sauce, can use fish sauce
3 tablespoons olive oil
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground pepper

Steps:

  • To make the salad, combine the shredded chicken, cabbage, carrots, scallions, peanuts, mint and 2 tbsp cilantro in a large mixing bowl.
  • To make the dressing, combine the dressing ingredients in a bowl, stirring well to mix.
  • Pour the dressing over the salad and toss well to combine.
  • Transfer to a large serving bowl and garnish with remaining 2 tbsp of cilantro.
  • Can also garnish with more peanuts, if desired.

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