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Goi Ga (Vietnamese Chicken Salad)
Goi Ga is a vibrant and refreshing Vietnamese chicken salad that bursts with flavor and texture. This dish features tender poached chicken tossed with crunchy vegetables and aromatic herbs, all united by a zesty dressing. The bright colors and fresh ingredients make it a delightful dish for warm days, perfect as a light lunch or an appetizer. Historically, Goi Ga has roots in Vietnamese cuisine that emphasizes fresh, raw ingredients, and balances flavors that awaken the palate.
Servings: 4
Ingredients
- Chicken breast
- 1 pound, cooked and shredded
- Cabbage
- 2 cups, shredded
- Carrots
- 1 cup, julienned
- Cucumber
- 1 cup, thinly sliced
- Fresh mint leaves
- 1/2 cup, chopped
- Cilantro
- 1/2 cup, chopped
- Red chili
- 1, finely sliced (adjust to taste)
- Garlic
- 2 cloves, minced
- Fish sauce
- 3 tablespoons
- Lime juice
- 3 tablespoons, freshly squeezed
- Sugar
- 1 tablespoon
- Roasted peanuts
- 1/4 cup, crushed (for garnish)
Instructions
- In a large mixing bowl, combine the shredded chicken, shredded cabbage, julienned carrots, sliced cucumber, chopped mint leaves, and chopped cilantro. Toss gently to mix the ingredients evenly.
- In a separate small bowl, whisk together the lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, minced garlic, and sliced red chili to create the dressing. Adjust the seasoning according to your taste preference.
- Pour the dressing over the salad mixture and toss everything together until well coated with the dressing.
- Transfer the salad to a serving platter and garnish with the crushed roasted peanuts on top for added crunch.
- Serve the Goi Ga chilled for the best flavor experience, and enjoy!
Dietary Information
Servings: 4 • Dish Type: Salad • Prep Time: 20 minutes • Cook Time: 15 minutes (for poaching chicken) • Calories: 250 • Fat: 10g • Carbs: 18g • Protein: 22g • Sodium: 800mg • Sugar: 3g
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