Ingredients
Salad Ingredients
- 3-4 cups cooked shredded chicken
- 1 head of green cabbage (3-4 cups shredded)
- 1-2 large carrots (2 cups grated)
- 1 green papaya or mango (1-2 cups grated) (optional)
- 1 cup fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1/2 cup peanuts, chopped
- 1/2 cup green onions, sliced
- 3-4 red serrano peppers, sliced
- Salt and lime juice to taste
Dressing Ingredients
- 1/2 cup peanut butter
- 1/3 cup low sodium soy sauce
- 1/3 cup sesame oil (toasted or dark)
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sambal oelek (sriracha works, too)
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- A small knob of fresh ginger, peeled
- A clove of fresh garlic, peeled
- 1/4 cup water (to thin to desired consistency)
Instructions
- Chop
Prepare the salad ingredients by finely shredding the cooked chicken, green cabbage, carrots, and, if using, green papaya or mango. Chop the fresh cilantro, slice the green onions, and cut the red serrano peppers. Set all these prepared components aside in a large bowl. - Dress
Make the peanut dressing by combining peanut butter, low sodium soy sauce, toasted sesame oil, rice vinegar, sambal oelek, sugar, fresh ginger, and garlic in a food processor or blender. Pulse until smooth and creamy. Gradually add water to achieve the desired dressing consistency. - Assemble and Toss
Pour a generous drizzle of the peanut dressing over the bowl of chopped salad ingredients. Toss thoroughly to ensure every ingredient is evenly coated. Season with salt, lime juice, and optionally a splash of fish sauce to brighten and deepen the flavors. Serve the salad chilled for the best taste and texture.
Notes
- You can substitute green papaya with green mango if papaya is unavailable or preferred.
- Adjust the number of serrano peppers according to your heat tolerance.
- Making the dressing ahead of time enhances the flavors.
- Serve immediately after tossing for optimal freshness and crunch.
- Add a splash of fish sauce if you want a saltier, umami-rich flavor.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 0 minutes
- Category: Salad
- Method: No-Cook
- Cuisine: Thai
- Diet: Gluten Free
