Balinese Chicken Salad (lawar Ayam)

Balinese Chicken Salad, also known as Lawar Ayam, is a traditional dish from the beautiful island of Bali. This vibrant and flavorful salad is made with shredded chicken, coconut, and a variety of aromatic spices and herbs.

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Balinese Chicken Salad (lawar Ayam)

Ingredients

  • 2 cups cooked chicken, shredded
  • 1 cup fresh grated coconut
  • 4 kaffir lime leaves, finely sliced
  • 3 shallots, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 lemongrass stalk, white part only, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp shrimp paste
  • 1 tsp galangal, grated
  • 1 tsp turmeric, grated
  • 2 red chilies, finely chopped
  • 1 tsp palm sugar
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 cup bean sprouts
  • 1 cup long beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup snake beans, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1 cup grated coconut, toasted
  • 1 cup kaffir lime leaves, shredded

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine the shredded chicken and fresh grated coconut.
  2. In a mortar and pestle, pound the kaffir lime leaves, shallots, garlic, lemongrass, shrimp paste, galangal, turmeric, red chilies, palm sugar, and salt into a smooth paste.
  3. Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and cook for 3-4 minutes until fragrant.
  4. Add the bean sprouts, long beans, and snake beans to the pan. Cook for 5-6 minutes until the vegetables are tender.
  5. Add the cooked chicken and coconut mixture to the pan. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
  6. Remove the pan from the heat and transfer the salad to a serving dish.
  7. Garnish with toasted grated coconut and shredded kaffir lime leaves before serving.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
30 minutes
Total time:
50 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
18g

Supplies

Large bowl Mortar and pestle Frying pan Serving dish

Tools

Knife Cutting board Grater Measuring spoons Measuring cups

Serving suggestions

Serve the Balinese Chicken Salad with steamed rice and a side of sambal for a complete meal.

Tips & tricks

For an extra burst of flavor, squeeze some fresh lime juice over the salad before serving.

Cost

$15