Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 tbsp

rice vinegar

unseasoned

2 tbsp

light brown sugar

1.5 tbsp

soy sauce

1 tbsp

Sriracha chili sauce

1.5 tsp

fresh ginger

grated

0.25 cup

canola oil

1 pinch

salt

0.5 unit

asparagus

trimmed and cut diagonally

2 unit

navel oranges

peeled and sliced

1.5 cup

vegetable oil

for frying

4 unit

won ton wrappers

cut into strips

6 cup

cabbage

finely shredded

2 cup

cooked chicken

cubed

1 unit

ripe avocado

pitted, peeled, and cubed

4 unit

green onions

trimmed and sliced diagonally

2 tbsp

sesame seeds

toasted

Step 1
~2 min

Whisk together rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, chili sauce, and ginger in a bowl.

Step 2
~2 min

Slowly drizzle in oil, whisking constantly to create an emulsion.

Step 3
~2 min

Season the dressing with salt and set aside.

Step 4
~2 min

Bring water to a boil in a pan.

Step 5
~2 min

Add asparagus and cook until crisp-tender (2-3 minutes).

Step 6
~2 min

Drain asparagus and plunge into ice water to stop cooking.

Step 7
~2 min

Drain the asparagus again and set aside.

Step 8
~2 min

Cut off and discard ends from oranges.

Step 9
~2 min

Remove the peel and outer membrane from the oranges.

Step 10
~2 min

Slice oranges crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick rounds, then quarter the rounds.

Step 11
~2 min

Set the orange slices aside.

Step 12
~2 min

Pour oil into a pan (about 1/2 inch deep) and heat over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F.

Step 13
~2 min

Add won ton strips and fry, stirring, until golden brown on both sides (about 30 seconds total).

Step 14
~2 min

Transfer the fried won ton strips to paper towels with a slotted spoon.

Step 15
~2 min

In a large serving bowl, toss cabbage, chicken, and asparagus with the prepared dressing.

Step 16
~2 min

Top the salad with avocado, orange slices, and fried won ton strips.

Step 17
~2 min

Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

Step 18
~2 min

Toast sesame seeds in a nonstick frying pan over medium heat, shaking often, until golden brown (5-7 minutes).

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Make the dressing ahead of time for enhanced flavor.

Add other vegetables like bell peppers or carrots for extra crunch.

Adjust the amount of Sriracha to your spice preference.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

The dressing can be made a day ahead.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve immediately after assembling to maintain crispiness of the wonton strips.

Serve chilled

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Spring rolls
Dumplings

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States (Chinese-American)

Cultural Significance

Popularized in the US as a fusion dish.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Lunch
Dinner
Potluck
Picnic

Popularity Score

70/100

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