Cambodian Lemongrass Chicken Salad
Thinly sliced cooked chicken is tossed with fresh lemongrass, herbs, and a tangy lime dressing to make a light, fragrant salad rooted in Cambodian cooking. The lemongrass provides a bright citrusy backbone that keeps the dish from feeling heavy. It's a fast, no-fuss assembly once the chicken is cooked.
Equipment
- Mixing bowl
- Whisk
- Frying pan
- Tongs
- Cutting board
- Chefs Knife
Ingredients
For the Salad:
- 1 pound chicken breast thinly sliced
- 2 tablespoons olive oil
- 3 stalks lemongrass finely chopped
- 1 cup cucumber sliced
- 1 cup carrot shredded
- ½ cup red bell pepper sliced
- ¼ cup fresh mint leaves
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro chopped
- ¼ cup fresh basil sliced
For the Dressing:
- 3 tablespoons fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons lime juice freshly squeezed
- 1 tablespoon palm sugar or brown sugar, to taste
- 2 cloves garlic minced
- 1 teaspoon red chili flakes adjust to taste
Instructions
- Prepare the Salad: In a mixing bowl, combine the chicken slices with lemongrass, ensuring the lemongrass is distributed evenly. Let it marinate for a few minutes to infuse the flavors.
- Cook the Chicken: Heat olive oil in a frying pan over medium heat (about 170°C / 340°F). Add chicken slices and cook, stirring occasionally, until golden brown and cooked through, approximately 6-8 minutes.
- Assemble the Salad: In a large bowl, combine the cucumber, carrot, red bell pepper, mint leaves, cilantro, and basil. Toss to mix the ingredients well.
- Prepare the Dressing: In a separate small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, palm sugar, garlic, and red chili flakes until the sugar is dissolved.
- Combine and Serve: Place the cooked chicken on top of the salad. Drizzle the dressing over the salad and toss lightly to combine. Serve immediately.
Notes
- For an added crunch, consider topping the salad with roasted peanuts or sesame seeds.
Nutrition
Calories: 247kcalCarbohydrates: 13gProtein: 26gFat: 10gSaturated Fat: 2gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 6gTrans Fat: 0.01gCholesterol: 73mgSodium: 1232mgPotassium: 777mgFiber: 2gSugar: 5gVitamin A: 6408IUVitamin C: 33mgCalcium: 51mgIron: 2mg
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