Fresh Hunan Chicken Salad with Sesame Dipping Sauce
This refreshing Hunan chicken salad combines tender chicken with crisp cucumbers and a flavorful sesame dipping sauce. It's an easy, healthy dish perfect for a light meal or appetizer.
Equipment
- Large platter
- Dry wok
- Small bowls
- Knife
- Mixing bowl
Ingredients
- 8 –12 oz 200–300 g cooked chicken, cut into thin bite-size slices
- 1 –2 small cucumbers peeled, cut in half lengthwise, seeded, and cut into thin slices
- Lettuce leaves
- 2 green onions scallions, cut into 1-inch (2.5 cm) lengths
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds lightly toasted (optional)
Dipping Sauce
- 1 tablespoon reduced-sodium soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons grated fresh ginger
- 1 clove garlic crushed
- 2 teaspoons sugar
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 3 tablespoons unsalted chicken stock or water
- 1 teaspoon chili sauce chili oil, or ground red pepper, to taste
Instructions
- Arrange lettuce leaves on a platter.
- Combine the chicken and cucumbers, and arrange on top of the lettuce leaves.
- Top with the sliced green onions (scallions).
- Heat a dry wok over medium heat and quickly toast the sesame seeds, if using, while shaking the wok to avoid scorching.
- Set aside.
- Combine the sauce ingredients and stir until well blended.
- Divide into two small bowls to be used as a dipping sauce at the table, or pour over the salad.
- Sprinkle the salad with the toasted sesame seeds, if using.
- Serve with rice or crusty bread.
Notes & Wine Advice
Wine Recommendation
A light, crisp white wine such as a Sauvignon Blanc or a Riesling pairs well with the fresh flavors of this chicken salad.Nutrition values
Calories: 300 kcal | Carbohydrates: 12 g | Protein: 30 g | Fat: 12 g | Sugar: 6 g