Chinese Chicken Salad
Chinese Chicken Salad is a flavorful Chinese Chinese Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Cut wonton wrappers into 1/2-inch-wide strips and separate on paper towels.
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Easy Prep ≤ 4 steps · Fast & beginner friendly
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Moderate 5–8 steps · Everyday home cooking
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Expert ≥ 9 steps · Multi-step advanced prep
Ingredients Required
Tap or click any ingredient to check off during cookingStep-by-Step Cooking Method
Follow numbered steps for authentic taste and perfectionCut wonton wrappers into 1/2-inch-wide strips and separate on paper towels.
Heat 3/4 inch oil in a wide 3-quart heavy saucepan over moderate heat until it registers 350°F on thermometer.
Fry strips, 5 or 6 at a time, gently turning over once with a slotted spoon, until just golden, 15 to 30 seconds per batch (some strips will fold and curl).
Transfer to paper towels to drain, then season with salt.
Cook snow peas in a 4-quart pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender, about 1 1/2 minutes.
Transfer with a slotted spoon to a bowl of ice and cold water to stop cooking, then drain in a colander and pat dry.
Cut diagonally into 1-inch-wide pieces and put in a large bowl with cabbage and romaine.
Whisk together soy sauce, lemon juice, sugar, vinegar, salt, and pepper in a small bowl, then add sesame oil and vegetable oil in a slow stream, whisking until sugar is dissolved and dressing is combined well.
Toss chicken and scallions with 1/3 cup of dressing in another large bowl.
Whisk remaining dressing (it will separate), then add cabbage mixture, cilantro, almonds, and sesame seeds to chicken and toss with enough remaining dressing to coat.
Sprinkle with wontons (if using).
Chef's Secret Tips & Serving Pairings
- Serve hot and fresh as a wholesome non-vegetarian meal.
- Pairs excellently with steamed rice, flatbreads, or fresh salad garnish.