Chicken Shreds in Cold Sauce

Chicken Shreds in Cold Sauce

This vibrant and flavorful Asian-inspired salad combines crisp carrots, refreshing cucumbers, tender mushrooms, and shredded chicken for a perfect balance of textures. The dish stands out with its savory-sweet sauce—a tantalizing mix of garlic, chili peppers, sesame oil, vinegar, and a hint of sugar—heated to meld the flavors beautifully. Quick and easy to prepare, the vegetables are lightly boiled for tenderness while retaining a satisfying crunch, then tossed with juicy chicken threads. The finishing touch? A glossy, aromatic sauce that coats every bite, delivering a delicious harmony of spicy, tangy, and umami notes. Garnished with fresh cucumber slices, this dish is as visually appealing as it is delicious—ideal for a light lunch, dinner, or a stunning side. Perfect for health-conscious food lovers seeking a meal that’s both nutritious and bursting with flavor!

10 Minutes
Medium
4 servings

Ingredients

Metric US
4 serving

Main Ingredients

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chicken
200g

The aromatics

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carrots
100g
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cucumbers
100g
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mushrooms
100g

The sauce & seasonings

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flavor enhancer
1 tsp
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vinegar
2 tbsp
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garlic
2 cloves
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chili peppers
1-2 pieces
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sugar
1 tsp
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sesame oil
1 tbsp
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salt
to taste

Instructions

1. Step 1

Step 1
Wash and chop the carrots, cucumbers, and mushrooms, and set them aside.

2. Step 2

Step 2
Slice the carrots and cucumbers into strips, and shred the chicken into threads.

3. Step 3

Step 3
Boil the mushrooms and carrots in water until they are cooked.

4. Step 4

Step 4
Remove the cooked mushrooms and carrots from the water, and mix them with the cucumbers and chicken threads.

5. Step 5

Step 5
Prepare the sauce: mix flavor enhancer, vinegar, garlic, chili peppers, sugar, and sesame oil in a bowl, stir well, add a pinch of salt if necessary, and heat it in the microwave for 1 minute.

6. Step 6

Step 6
Pour the sauce over the dish and mix well before serving.

7. Step 7

Step 7
Use the remaining cucumbers to garnish the dish, take a photo before serving, and enjoy.

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