Indian-Spiced Chicken Salad

Submitted by qadirt on Fri, 2007-10-05 05:18
Preparation Method: 
  1. In a small skillet, toast the whole spices over moderate heat for 1 minute. Let cool completely, then coarsely grind.
  2. In a large, shallow baking dish, mix 1 tablespoon plus 2 teaspoons of the ground spices with 2 tablespoons of the olive oil, the port, garlic, turmeric, 1/4 teaspoon of salt and 1/2 teaspoon of pepper. Add the chicken breasts and turn to coat. Cover and refrigerate for 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Mix the remaining ground spices with the lemon juice, shallot and the remaining 3 tablespoons of olive oil and season with salt and pepper.
  4. In a saucepan of boiling salted water, cook the green beans for 3 minutes. Drain and refresh under cold water. Pat dry and cut into 2-inch lengths.
  5. Light a grill or preheat a grill pan. Remove the chicken breasts from the marinade; discard the garlic. Grill the chicken over moderately high heat until cooked through, about 4 minutes per side. Let rest for 5 minutes, then cut in to 1 1/2-inch chunks.
  6. In a large bowl, toss the lettuce with the papaya, tomatoes, green beans, chicken and the dressing. Sprinkle with the cashews and serve
Ingredients: 
  • 1 tablespoon coriander seeds
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons cumin seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon fennel seeds
  • 1/2 teaspoon mustard seeds
  • 1/4 teaspoon fenugreek seeds
  • 5 tablespoons extra-virgin olive oil
  • 2 tablespoons tawny port
  • 2 cloves garlic, thinly sliced
  • Pinch of ground turmeric
  • Kosher salt and freshly ground pepper
  • 4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
  • 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
  • 1 shallot, minced
  • 1/4 pound green beans
  • 8 cups torn Boston lettuce leaves
  • 1 large ripe red papaya, peeled, seeded and cut into 1 1/2-inch chunks
  • 1/2 pint cherry tomatoes, halved
  • 1/3 cup roasted cashews, chopped
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    Preparation Time: 
    15 Mins
    Chef's Name: 
    Sakina Tashrifwala
    Recipes: 
    Pickles & Salads