CHINESE CHICKEN SALAD & DRESSING

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I could drink this salad dressing but it's even better drizzled on a chicken salad. Makes a nice main dish for lunch or dinner. Not for the calorie or carb-conscious.

Provided by Kting

Categories     Brunch

Time 40m

Yield 8 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 17

2 cups sugar
1 1/2 cups rice wine vinegar
2 teaspoons peeled grated fresh ginger (freeze it, peel with potato peeler)
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon fresh lemon juice
1 1/2 teaspoons salt
4 teaspoons coleman dry mustard
2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 clove garlic, minced (double if you like garlic)
4 tablespoons vegetable oil or 4 tablespoons canola oil
2 teaspoons cracked black pepper
2 heads romaine lettuce
1/4 cup toasted slivered almonds
1/4 cup diced celery
1/4 cup cooking oil
1 1/2 cups shredded cooked chicken breasts
2 tablespoons sesame seeds

Steps:

  • Sift sugar& mustard together.
  • Slowly add vinegar until smooth (whisk).
  • Place mixture on top of double boiler (or use diffuser under a regular pot instead).
  • Cook& stir on low until sugar is melted.
  • Stir in soy sauce, ginger, garlic and blend well.
  • Stir in oils.
  • Add lemon juice, salt& pepper.
  • Remove from stove, cool and refrigerate at least 4 hours.
  • Combine salad ingredients and drizzle dressing over top.

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