Follow these steps for perfect results
Kumatoes
hollowed
Asian pear
sliced
fresh lemon juice
cooked chicken, white meat
flaked
key limes
juiced
rice wine vinegar
fish sauce
sea salt
to taste
cane sugar
honey
EVOO
sesame oil
fresh ginger
grated
dried red chili flakes
vidalia onion
finely chopped
scallions
cut
sweet basil leaves
rolled and snipped
fresh mint leaves
rolled and snipped
toasted almonds
slivered
greens
bed of
fresh basil
chiffonade
Cut a thin slice off the bottom of each Kumato so it sits flat.
Cut off the top of each Kumato and hollow it out. Reserve the scooped-out middles for another recipe.
Slice the Asian pear into small pieces and place in a bowl.
Add lemon juice to the pear to prevent browning.
Add the flaked cooked chicken to the bowl.
In a separate measuring cup, combine lime juice, rice wine vinegar, fish sauce (or vegetarian alternative), ginger, salt, sugar, and honey.
Whisk in the olive oil and sesame oil.
Add the chopped scallions, onion and chili flakes (if using) to the dressing.
Pour the dressing over the chicken and pear mixture.
Gently mix everything together.
Add the snipped basil, mint, and toasted almonds.
Carefully fill each hollowed Kumato with the basil chicken mixture.
Serve the stuffed Kumatoes on a bed of greens.
Garnish with a chiffonade of fresh basil.
Expert advice for the best results
Chill the kumatoes before stuffing for a refreshing summer dish.
Adjust the amount of chili flakes to suit your spice preference.
Everything you need to know before you start
10 minutes
The filling can be prepared ahead of time, but assemble just before serving.
Arrange the stuffed kumatoes artfully on a bed of greens, garnished with chiffonade of basil.
Serve as a light lunch or appetizer.
Pairs well with a side of jasmine rice.
The acidity cuts through the richness of the sesame oil.
Its herbaceous qualities complement the basil.
Discover the story behind this recipe
Thai cuisine is known for its balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors.
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