Delicious Banana Blossom Chicken Salad Recipe

Banana blossom chicken salad is an enticing dish that combines the sweetness of chicken with the crunchiness of banana blossoms. Not only is it delicious, but it’s also nutritious, making it perfect for any Vietnamese family meal.

Ingredients Needed for Banana Blossom Chicken Salad

To make banana blossom chicken salad, you’ll need the following ingredients:

• Chicken: 1 whole chicken, about 1.2kg
• Banana blossom: 1 fresh banana blossom
• Herbs: Vietnamese coriander, mint, cilantro
• Carrot: 1 carrot
• Roasted peanuts (if available)
• Seasonings: Rock sugar, salt, fish sauce, lime, garlic, chili, ginger

Fresh banana blossom – the main ingredient for banana blossom chicken salad

Steps to Prepare Banana Blossom Chicken Salad

Preparing the Chicken

The first step is to clean the chicken. Rub salt all over the chicken to remove any odors, then rinse thoroughly with water. Bring a pot of water to a gentle boil, then add the chicken along with 1 tablespoon of rock sugar, ½ tablespoon of salt, and a few slices of ginger.

While boiling, skim off any foam and occasionally turn the chicken to ensure even cooking. Boil for about 20 minutes, then turn off the heat and cover the pot for another 10 minutes to fully cook the chicken. Remove the chicken and let it drain or soak in ice-cold water to make the meat firmer and crisper.

Once the chicken is drained, shred it into bite-sized pieces.

Shredding the chicken

Preparing the Banana Blossom

Slice the banana blossom thinly and soak it in a basin of water mixed with a little salt and lime juice for about 10 minutes. After soaking, rinse and drain. This method prevents the banana blossom from turning dark and helps maintain its white crunchiness.

Sliced banana blossom

Preparing Other Ingredients

Peel and shred the carrot. Wash and finely chop the herbs.

Making the Salad Dressing

To make the salad dressing, you’ll need:

• Garlic: 3-4 cloves
• Chili: 3-4 peppers
• Sugar: 2 tablespoons
• Lime: 1 lime
• Fish sauce: 3 tablespoons

Pound the garlic, chili, and sugar together until well mixed, then add lime juice and fish sauce, stirring until the mixture is smooth and well combined. Be sure to mix the dressing in the correct proportions for the perfect flavor.

Salad dressing

Mixing the Banana Blossom Chicken Salad

Place the banana blossom in a large bowl and add 1 tablespoon of the dressing, mixing well. Then, add the shredded chicken, banana blossom, carrot, and herbs. Gently drizzle the remaining dressing over the mixture while tossing everything together, adjusting the seasoning to taste.

Steps to mix banana blossom chicken salad

Presentation and Enjoyment

Arrange the salad on a plate. You can garnish with carved carrot or tomato flowers and a sprinkle of roasted peanuts to make the dish more vibrant and appealing.

Finished banana blossom chicken salad

Conclusion

Banana blossom chicken salad is a simple yet incredibly appealing dish that offers a wonderful culinary experience. With this recipe, you can easily prepare this dish at home. Give it a try and share your results with friends and family!

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