Apple and Smoked-Bacon Salad with Lychees and Chili Nuts
Apple and Smoked-Bacon Salad with Lychees and Chili Nuts is a flavorful Thai Thai Recipes dish prepared with quality ingredients. Preheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle.
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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 perfectionPreheat oven to 350°F with rack in middle.
Stir together all chili nut ingredients in a metal pie plate.
Bake, stirring occasionally, until liquid is absorbed and nuts are coated with spice mixture and dry, about 20 minutes.
Cool to room temperature, stirring occasionally.
Warm apples in a large bowl of warm water, turning occasionally, about 15 minutes, then drain and pat dry.
Meanwhile, cook bacon in a 12-inch heavy skillet over medium heat, stirring occasionally, until browned and crisp, about 12 minutes.
Transfer with a slotted spoon to paper towels to drain and reserve 6 tablespoons fat in skillet.
Using slicer, cut apples into 1/8-inch-thick slices into a large bowl, rotating apple a quarter turn each time you reach core, then continuing to slice until left with nothing but core.
Gently toss with lime juice.
Heat fat in skillet over medium heat until hot, then pour over apples and gently toss with bacon and 1/4 teaspoon pepper.
Divide among 8 shallow bowls and sprinkle with lychees, scallions, and chili nuts.
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.