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Chinese Chicken Salad
Printable Version

Ingredients:
  • 4 cups vegetable oil
  • 1/2 pkg. bean thread

    • Directions: Heat oil in deep skillet or wok. Add 1/4 of bean thread. Drain on paper towels. Continue until all thread is cooked. May do three days in advance and store in airtight container.

    Dressing
    Printable Version

    Ingredients:
  • 1 garlic clove (minced)
  • 1/2 inch fresh ginger
  • 1 tbls. sugar
  • 11/2 tbls. dry mustard
  • 2 tbls. peanut butter
  • 1 tbls. sesame oil
  • salt and pepper to taste
  • 11/2 tbls. red wine vinegar
  • 2 tbls. soy sauce
  • 1/2 cup chicken stock
  • 1/2 cup vegetable oil

    • Directions: Blend ingredients in food processor. May be refrigerated for one month.

    Salad
    Printable Version

    Ingredients:
  • 1 head iceberg lettuce or napa cabbage (shredded)
  • 1 bunch of green onions (chopped)
  • 1/2 cup chopped cilantro
  • 1-2 thinly sliced red bell peppers
  • toasted sesame seeds

    • Directions: Place bed of lettuce or cabbage on large platter. Sprinkle with green onions. Place crisp bean thread over onions. Top with chicken, red pepper, and cilantro. Sprinkle with sesame seeds. Spoon dressing over finished salad. Serve immediately.

    Shrimp and Artichoke Pasta Salad
    Printable Version

    Ingredients:
  • 1 can artichokes (drained)
  • 1 avocado (peeled and sliced)
  • 1/2 pound peeled shrimp (40-60 size)
  • 1/2 lb. bow tie pasta (cooked al dente)
  • 1 cup cherry tomatoes
  • 1 cup black olives

    • Directions: Toss all ingredients, except avocados, in large serving bowl. Lay avocado slices on top and pour dressing over salad. May be refrigerated for 24 hours or served immediately.

    Dressing
    Printable Version

    Ingredients:
  • 1 tbls. dried dill
  • 1 clove garlic (minced)
  • 1/2 cup lemon juice
  • 1/2 cup olive oil
  • 1 tsp. salt
  • 1 tsp. pepper

    • Wheat Berry Salad
    Printable Version

    Ingredients:
  • 2 cups bulgur wheat cooked in salted water until tender
  • 1 bunch green onions (chopped)
  • 2 cups mandarin oranges
  • 1 cup pecans
  • 1 cup dried cranberries

    • Directions: Combine salad ingredients together. Toss with dressing. May be refrigerated for two days. Serve on colorful platter with orange twists to garnish.

    Dressing
    Printable Version

    Ingredients:
  • 3/4 cup orange juice
  • 1/3 cup red wine vinegar
  • 1/3 cup walnut oil (or canola oil)
  • 1 tablespoon mint leaves (chopped)
  • salt and pepper to taste

    • White Chocolate Dipped Strawberries
    Printable Version

    Ingredients:
  • 4 pints of fresh strawberries
  • 1 lb. white chocolate (melted)

    • Directions: Wipe strawberries with paper towel. Dip berries and place on sheet lined with parchment or waxed paper. Refrigerate for up to 12 hours.
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