I have always been a devotee of various nutritious salads, especially those centered around chicken. The allure of a refreshing chicken salad during the summer season is truly enchanting, as it satisfies the appetite and tantalizes the taste buds with its vibrant flavors.
One delectable option is a chicken salad infused with the goodness of yellow curry, a delightful Thai curry known for its vibrant yellow hue derived from the addition of turmeric. This particular salad showcases a harmonious blend of flavors courtesy of the distinct taste profile of yellow curry. By incorporating raisins and cashew nuts, the salad’s flavor profile is elevated to new heights, as the sweetness of the raisins and the nutty crunch of the cashews complement each other perfectly. The result is an explosion of delightful flavors, transforming the salad into a culinary masterpiece that truly celebrates the essence of healthy eating.
Table of Contents
- Exploring The Vibrant Flavors Of Asia: The Allure Of Yellow Curry
- About Making The Chicken Curry Salad
- Curry Chicken Salad Recipe
Exploring The Vibrant Flavors Of Asia: The Allure Of Yellow Curry
Thai cuisine is renowned worldwide for its vibrant flavors, aromatic spices, and diverse curries. Among the three major Thai curries, the famous yellow curry stands out with its distinctive color and delightful taste.
Combining a harmonious blend of spices and aromatic ingredients, this mild yet flavorful curry has captured the hearts and palates of food enthusiasts around the globe. The flavors of yellow curry are perfect for this Chicken Curry recipe.
The Essence Of Yellow Curry
Like its red and green counterparts, yellow curry incorporates a medley of spices such as turmeric, coriander, cumin, lemongrass, kaffir leaves, garlic, galangal, and other aromatic additions. These ingredients combine to create a complex and well-balanced flavor profile that characterizes Thai cuisine.
What sets yellow curry apart from its counterparts is the addition of turmeric, which gives the dish its vibrant golden hue and a subtly sweet undertone.
What Is Turmeric?
Turmeric, scientifically known as Curcuma longa, is a vibrant flowering plant belonging to the ginger family, Zingiberaceae. Native to the Indian subcontinent and Southeast Asia, this perennial herbaceous plant is treasured for its rhizomes, which are widely utilized in culinary applications.
Known for its distinctive warm and bitter flavor, turmeric powder boasts a profile reminiscent of black pepper, while its earthy aroma carries a hint of mustard. These characteristics contribute to its widespread use in various cuisines, including yellow curry, as it adds depth and complexity to various dishes.
The turmeric also gives the yellow curry a distinctive yellow color.
Mild And Fragrant Aroma Of Yellow Curry
One of the distinguishing features of yellow curry is its mildness. Unlike the fiery spiciness of red and green curries, yellow curry relies on fragrant and lightly sweet curry powder as its main flavor component.
This milder nature makes it an excellent choice for those who prefer a more subtle heat in their dishes or are just starting to explore curry flavors. The delicate flavors of yellow curry allow the other ingredients in a dish to shine through while still adding an incredible depth of flavor.
The Perfect Pairing: Yellow Curry Chicken Salad Recipe
Yellow curry’s mild and aromatic profile makes it an ideal ingredient for various dishes, from curries to soups and stir-fries. One delightful way to enjoy the flavors of yellow curry is through a curry chicken salad.
This salad is a refreshing and satisfying combination of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and a creamy dressing infused with the flavors of yellow curry.
About Making The Chicken Curry Salad
When preparing the delectable curry chicken salad, here are a few key points to keep in mind:
- Chicken Choice – This recipe utilizes rotisserie chicken, which offers convenience and a rich flavor. However, you can use chicken breast or any other chicken cut into small pieces. Some grocery stores, like Costco, offer pre-cut rotisserie chicken, saving you time and effort.
- Curry – Curry can be found in most supermarkets, usually in the spice aisle. While any yellow curry will suffice, we prefer certain trusted brands delightful.
- Raisins – This dish incorporates raisins, which lend a touch of sweetness to the curry. If you don’t have raisins, consider using cranberries or dried cran raisins as an alternative. These will add sweetness and impart even more flavor to the curry.
- Cashew Nuts – Our recipe includes cashew nuts, contributing to the dish’s authenticity and texture. If you’re not fond of cashews or have none available, pecans or toasted/candied walnuts can be used as alternatives.
- Apple And Celery – The yellow curry salad features the crispness of apples and the refreshing crunch of celery. These ingredients add a delightful texture and balance to the overall salad. For the apple, we like the Granny Smith apple for this salad.
- Honey – This curry recipe calls for honey, providing subtle sweetness. If you prefer alternatives or want to reduce sugar intake, you can experiment with options like brown monk fruit sugar or maple syrup.
This is a salad that is served cold. So you can keep it in your fridge for a few days. We recommend that if you keep some in the fridge, you do not put in all the nuts, but the nuts in just as you are ready to serve the salad again.
Remembering these points, you can tailor the yellow curry chicken salad to your taste.
Curry Chicken Salad Recipe
Curry Chicken Salad – Fusions Of Asian Flavors
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servings30
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minutesPrepare to indulge your senses with the incredible Yellow Curry Chicken Salad. This salad is a delightful symphony of flavors that will captivate your taste buds. But it doesn’t stop there – it also offers a satisfying crunch with the addition of nuts, apples, and celery. Every bite is a harmonious blend of textures and tastes that will leave you craving more.
Ingredients
2 to 2.5 Pounds 2 to 2.5 pounds of Rotisserie Chicken cut up into small pieces, meat only
1/4 Cup 1/4 cup Raisins
1/4 Cup 1/4 cup Cashew nuts, minced and cut up
1/2 Cup 1/2 cup Sliced apple. (See notes)
1/2 Cup 1/2 cup Sliced Celery of about 1 to 2 ribs
1/4 Cup 1/4 cup Red Onion cut into small pieces
1/2 Cup 1/2 cup Mayonnaise
1/2 Tablespoon 1/2 Tablespoon Yellow curry powder
1/2 Tablespoon 1/2 Tablespoon Honey
Salt and Pepper to taste
Directions
- If you’re using hot chicken, allow it to cool slightly before proceeding. Remove and discard the skin, then shred or cut the meat into bite-size pieces. Transfer the chicken to a large mixing bowl. Note: If you prefer not to use rotisserie chicken, refer to the notes section for alternative suggestions. You can also save the bones for making stock if desired.
- Add the raisins, cashews, apples, celery, and Onion in the same bowl. Toss all the ingredients together to combine thoroughly.
- n a separate medium bowl, combine the mayonnaise, curry powder, and honey. Fold this mixture into the chicken and other ingredients in the large bowl, ensuring everything is evenly coated. Give it a good toss to thoroughly combine all the flavors—season with salt and pepper to your taste preferences.
Notes
- Chef note: Like many things I cook, I will add extra. If you have extra apple or celery, add it in. Not only are the vegetable and fruit good for you, but they will also add to this salad. We also like to add in extra raisins and nuts.
- For those not on a keto or low-carb diet, this is great to serve with a croissant or all alone; it is just a great salad and a way to use roster chicken,
- To make this keto cut out the raisin and apples. You can add extra celery.
