Hijiki and Chicken Salad" - Easy recipe that doesn't require a knife!

Here is a simple recipe for "Hijiki and Chicken Japanese Salad" that can be made without a knife. It is a perfect side dish to make and keep on hand.

Hijiki and Chicken Salad

Ingredients

100 g hijiki (hijiki in water)
100 g frozen edamame
80 g salad chicken
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon Japanese soup stock
2 teaspoons white sesame seeds

Directions for preparation

1. break salad chicken into bite-size pieces (it is easier to use pre-unwrapped salad chicken). If using dried hijiki, rehydrate according to package directions.

Thaw frozen edamame according to package directions and remove from pod. If using fresh edamame, rinse in cold water, place in a heatproof container, cover with plastic wrap, and microwave in a 500W microwave oven for about 5 minutes.


Add drained hijiki, salad chicken, edamame, soy sauce, dashi stock, and white sesame seeds.

How does the hijiki and chicken salad taste?

The salty taste of soy sauce brings together the aroma of the seashore, the refined flavor of chicken, and the refreshing flavor of edamame (green soybeans). The flavor of Japanese soup stock and the aroma of sesame seeds add depth to the taste. The edamame, which still retains its texture, adds a nice accent to the overall moist texture of the dish.


It is perfect as a side dish for lunch boxes, as it remains delicious not only when freshly made, but also when cold. It is easy to make even on busy mornings.