Lao Salad Recipe
Chicken breast, red onion, lettuce, tomatoes, and Lao house dressing.
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Ingredients
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Protein
Vegetables
Dressing
Method
Preparation of Chicken
- 1
Cook the Chicken
In a medium pot, bring water to a boil. Add the chicken breasts and cook for about 15-20 minutes or until fully cooked. Remove from water and let cool.
- 2
Shred the Chicken
Once cooled, shred the chicken into bite-sized pieces using two forks.
Preparation of Vegetables
- 3
Slice the Red Onion
Peel and thinly slice the red onion. Set aside.
- 4
Chop the Lettuce
Wash and chop the lettuce into bite-sized pieces. Place in a large salad bowl.
- 5
Chop the Tomatoes
Wash and chop the tomatoes into wedges. Add them to the salad bowl.
Preparation of Dressing
- 6
Make the Dressing
In a small bowl, whisk together lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, chili flakes, minced garlic, and chopped cilantro until well combined.
Assembly
- 7
- 8
Add Dressing
Pour the dressing over the salad and toss gently until all ingredients are well coated.
Serving
- 9
Serve the Salad
Serve immediately as a refreshing main dish or side. Enjoy!
