Thai minced chicken salad
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Famous as ‘larb gai’ in Thailand, the spiciness in this recipe works well with the crunchy vegetables, creating a perfect balance of flavour and heat. Chicken meat can make positive contributions to the diet of those aiming for a high protein diet. Chicken meat is low in saturated fats, and rich in most essential nutrients. Try this below no oil recipe.
| Serves | Preparation Time | Cooking Time |
| 4 People | 10 – 15 Minutes | 40 – 45 Minutes |
Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, minced in food processor
- 3 tbsp (tablespoons) chopped fresh cilantro
- 2 spring onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp chopped onions
- 3 tbsp chopped mint leaves
- 1/2 tsp (teaspoon) cayenne pepper
- 2 tbsp lime juice
- 1 1/2 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp garlic and red chili paste
- 50 gm red bell peppers
- 20 g lettuce, for serving
- 2 g fresh cilantro/coriander stem, for garnishing
- 2 g mint leaves for garnishing
Method
Step 1
Heat nonstick skillet over medium heat, no oil is necessary.
Step 2
Add chicken, stir until thoroughly cooked.
Step 3
Remove from heat, drain excess liquid.
Step 4
Add fish sauce, ground chili garlic paste and lime juice.
Step 5
Toss all together with cilantro, onion, mint, cayenne, rice powder.
Step 6
Adjust seasoning to taste.
Step 7
Serve immediately over lettuce leaves or thinly sliced cabbage.
Step 8
Garnish with cilantro sprigs and mint.
Nutritional Information
| Calories | 238 | Calories from | Fat 18 |
| Total Fat | 2.2 g 1% | Saturated Fat | 0.3 g 1% |
| Trans Fat | 0.0 g | Cholesterol | 10 mg 3% |
| Sodium | 634 mg 26% | Potassium | 379 mg 11% |
| Total Carbohydrates | 4.4 g 1% | Dietary Fiber | 0.7 g 3% |
| Sugars | 0.9 g | Protein | 34.0 g |
| Vitamin A | 14% | Vitamin C | 9% |
| Calcium | 4% | Iron | 12% |
*Based on a 2000 calorie diet
Nutritional details are an estimate and should only be used as a guide for approximation.
Tips:
- 1 tsp olive oil can be added if chicken is drying out a little.
- Pork, or firm tofu for a vegetarian version, can also be used – just add soy sauce (or tamari as a gluten-free option) instead of fish sauce in the recipe.
