1 chicken (2 3/4 lb.) lightly boiled, skinned, boned & shredded

DRESSING:

1 tsp. sugar
2 tbsp. light soy sauce
2 1/2 - 4 tbsp. sesame paste
1 tbsp. sesame oil
1 tbsp. cider or Chinese red vinegar
1 tbsp. chopped green onion
1/2 tsp. grated fresh ginger
2 cloves garlic, crushed
1/4 tsp. Chinese hot pepper oil (more to taste)

Place shredded chicken in a bowl. Mix the remaining ingredients together to form a salad dressing. Toss with the chicken and arrange on a platter. Garnish with more chopped green onion, if desired. Serves 4.

Optional: Add chopped chilies to dressing, 1 tablespoons sesame seeds, black pepper.