Vietnamese chicken salad, also known as "Gỏi Gà", is a refreshing and vibrant dish that combines tender shredded chicken with crunchy vegetables, aromatic herbs, and a zesty dressing. Here's a simple recipe to make Vietnamese chicken salad using Roohts Cayenne Pepper.
Ingredients
- 300g Rotisserie Chicken, shredded
- 1/2 large Napa Cabbage, shredded or use Iceberg Lettuce
- 1/2 Red Onion, sliced finely
- 1 Red Pepper, sliced finely
- 1 Cucumber, seeds removed and sliced into half moons
- 1 large Carrot , peeled then julienned
- 1 Red Chilli , deseeded then julienned
- 2 tbsp Mint Leaves, chopped
- Handful Coriander, chopped
Dressing
- 2 tbsp Lime Juice
- 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
- 3 tbsp Soy Sauce or Fish Sauce
- 3 tbsp Vegetable Oil or Sesame Oil
- 1 tbsp Sugar
- 1 large Garlic Clove, finely sliced
- 2 tsp Cayenne Pepper
- Salt
Optional Addition
Handful roasted, unsalted Peanuts
Instructions
- Place all Salad ingredients in a very large bowl.
- Combine Dressing ingredients in a small bowl and whisk together.
- Pour over half the Dressing and toss well.
- Serve sprinkled with Nuts if using.
Variations
Use cashews instead of Peanuts.
Add a handful of Bean Sprouts.
Storage
To make up to a day ahead, keep the Salad and Dressing in separate bowls and toss together just before serving.