Asparagus and Smoked Chicken Salad With Ginger Dres

Name: Asparagus and Smoked Chicken Salad With Ginger Dressing
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large shallot, finely diced, about 2 tablespoons; 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar; 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar; 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard; Salt to taste; Generous pinch of cayenne; 1 tablespoon grated ginger; 2 garlic cloves, minced; 2 teaspoons sesame oil; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 1 pound asparagus; Salt and pepper; 1 serrano chile, thinly sliced (optional); 1/2 cup roasted peanuts, crushed; 3/4 pound smoked chicken, sliced; 1 large lime, halved; Basil, mint and cilantro leaves, about 1/2 cup total

Servings: persons

1 large shallot, finely diced, about 2 tablespoons
3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon Dijon mustard
Salt to taste
Generous pinch of cayenne
1 tablespoon grated ginger
2 garlic cloves, minced
2 teaspoons sesame oil
1/4 cup vegetable oil
1 pound asparagus
Salt and pepper
1 serrano chile, thinly sliced (optional)
1/2 cup roasted peanuts, crushed
3/4 pound smoked chicken, sliced
1 large lime, halved
Basil, mint and cilantro leaves, about 1/2 cup total

1
To make the vinaigrette, put shallots in a small bowl.
2
Add vinegar, sugar, mustard, salt and cayenne and let steep for 5 minutes.
3
Add ginger and garlic, then whisk in sesame oil and vegetable oil.
4
Taste and adjust seasoning.
5
Bring a large saucepan of salted water to a boil.
6
Snap off the tough end of each asparagus spear, then cut each spear into 2-inch lengths.
7
Cut thicker pieces in half lengthwise as necessary so all cut pieces are approximately the same size.
8
Place asparagus pieces into boiling water and cook for 1 minute.
9
Drain and cool under running water.
10
Blot dry.
11
To make the salad, put asparagus in a salad bowl.
12
Season with salt and pepper.
13
Add chile, if using, and crushed peanuts.
14
Dress with half the vinaigrette and toss to coat.
15
Arrange dressed asparagus on a platter or on individual plates.
16
Tear chicken slices into strips and scatter over asparagus.
17
Drizzle a little more vinaigrette over the salad and give it a good squeeze of lime.
18
Garnish with basil, mint and cilantro leaves and serve immediately.

538

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large shallot, finely diced, about 2 tablespoons, 3 tablespoons rice wine vinegar, 2 tablespoons dark brown sugar, 1 tablespoon Dijon mustard, and more.

Yes, Asparagus and Smoked Chicken Salad With Ginger Dressing falls under the Salads category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Keep refrigerated in an airtight container and enjoy within 1–2 days for the best freshness. Best served cold — no reheating needed.

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Asparagus and Smoked Chicken Salad With Ginger Dressing

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