Laab Kai (minced Chicken Salad) Recipe
Make Laab Kai (minced Chicken Salad) Recipe in just 30m. Get the full recipe with step-by-step instructions at pekinthechef.com.
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Ingredients
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For the Salad
For Cooking Chicken
Method
Preparation
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
In a medium saucepan, bring 500 ml of water to a boil over medium heat. Add the ground chicken and cook until fully cooked, about 5-7 minutes. Make sure to stir occasionally to break up the meat. Once cooked, drain and let cool.
- 2
Prepare the Vegetables
While the chicken is cooling, thinly slice the shallots and set aside. Chop the fresh mint and cilantro leaves, and set them aside as well.
Mixing the Salad
- 3
Combine Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine the cooked ground chicken, sliced shallots, chopped mint, and chopped cilantro.
- 4
Add Flavorings
Pour in the lime juice, fish sauce, chili flakes, and roasted rice powder. Mix everything together until well combined. Adjust seasoning to taste.
Serving
- 5
Serve the Laab Kai
Serve the minced chicken salad on a platter with cucumber slices and lettuce leaves on the side. You can use the lettuce leaves to wrap the salad for easy eating.
