Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
4 unit

Kumatoes

hollowed

0.5 unit

Asian pear

sliced

1 tbsp

fresh lemon juice

8 unit

cooked chicken, white meat

flaked

8 unit

key limes

juiced

1 tbsp

rice wine vinegar

1 tbsp

fish sauce

1 pinch

sea salt

to taste

1 tsp

cane sugar

3 tsp

honey

1 tbsp

EVOO

3 tbsp

sesame oil

1 tsp

fresh ginger

grated

0.13 tsp

dried red chili flakes

1 tbsp

vidalia onion

finely chopped

1 tbsp

scallions

cut

0.25 cup

sweet basil leaves

rolled and snipped

1 tbsp

fresh mint leaves

rolled and snipped

0.13 cup

toasted almonds

slivered

4 unit

greens

bed of

0.5 cup

fresh basil

chiffonade

Step 1
~3 min

Cut a thin slice off the bottom of each Kumato so it sits flat.

Step 2
~3 min

Cut off the top of each Kumato and hollow it out. Reserve the scooped-out middles for another recipe.

Step 3
~3 min

Slice the Asian pear into small pieces and place in a bowl.

Step 4
~3 min

Add lemon juice to the pear to prevent browning.

Step 5
~3 min

Add the flaked cooked chicken to the bowl.

Step 6
~3 min

In a separate measuring cup, combine lime juice, rice wine vinegar, fish sauce (or vegetarian alternative), ginger, salt, sugar, and honey.

Step 7
~3 min

Whisk in the olive oil and sesame oil.

Step 8
~3 min

Add the chopped scallions, onion and chili flakes (if using) to the dressing.

Step 9
~3 min

Pour the dressing over the chicken and pear mixture.

Step 10
~3 min

Gently mix everything together.

Step 11
~3 min

Add the snipped basil, mint, and toasted almonds.

Step 12
~3 min

Carefully fill each hollowed Kumato with the basil chicken mixture.

Step 13
~3 min

Serve the stuffed Kumatoes on a bed of greens.

Step 14
~3 min

Garnish with a chiffonade of fresh basil.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

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.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

10 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The filling can be prepared ahead of time, but assemble just before serving.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve as a light lunch or appetizer.

Pairs well with a side of jasmine rice.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Grilled Shrimp Skewers
Cucumber Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Southeast Asia

Cultural Significance

Thai cuisine is known for its balance of sweet, sour, salty, and spicy flavors.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Summer
Lunch
Appetizer

Popularity Score

70/100

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