Vietnamese Lemongrass Chili Chicken (Gà Xào Sả Ớt)

Name: Vietnamese Lemongrass Chili Chicken (Gà Xào Sả Ớt)
Prep time: 25 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 800 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 4 stalks lemongrass, thinly sliced; 2 pieces bird's eye chilies, minced (adjust to taste); 4 cloves garlic, minced; 2 medium shallots, minced; 4 tbsp fish sauce; 2 tbsp brown sugar; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 3 tbsp vegetable oil; 60 ml water or chicken broth; 1 piece lime, juice of; 0.25 cup fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish); null to taste cooked rice, for serving

Difficulty

easy

Time

45m

Price Category

average

Calories

Medium

Gà Xào Sả Ớt is a classic Vietnamese dish that offers a perfect harmony of fresh lemongrass, spicy chili, and savory-sweet chicken. This quick-to-prepare, flavorful meal is guaranteed to transport you to the world of Southeast Asian flavors. It's an ideal choice for a weeknight dinner when you crave something special but don't have much time in the kitchen. Serve it with hot rice and enjoy the authentic Vietnamese taste sensation!

Steps

Prep and Marinate

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. In a bowl, combine the chicken with 2 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, and 1 tbsp soy sauce. Add half of the minced lemongrass, half of the chili, half of the garlic, and half of the shallots. Mix well and let it marinate for at least 15 minutes, or up to 30 minutes at room temperature.

Aromatic Base

Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add the remaining lemongrass, chili, garlic, and shallots, and stir-fry for 2-3 minutes until fragrant and lightly browned.

Cook Chicken

Add the marinated chicken to the skillet and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes, until nicely browned on all sides and almost cooked through. Do not overcrowd the pan; cook in batches if necessary.

Finish and Serve

In a small bowl, whisk together the remaining 2 tbsp fish sauce, 1 tbsp brown sugar, 1 tbsp soy sauce, and the water/broth. Pour the sauce over the chicken and bring it to a simmer. Cook for another 3-5 minutes, until the sauce thickens and the chicken is fully cooked. Remove from heat, squeeze in the lime juice, and stir in half of the chopped cilantro. Serve immediately with hot rice, garnished with the remaining cilantro.

	Per 100g	Per Serving 250g
Calories	220 kcal	550 kcal
Protein	25g	62.5g
Fat	10g	25g
Carbohydrate	8g	20g
Fiber	1g	2.5g
Sugar	4g	10g

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Vietnamese Lemongrass Chili Chicken (Gà Xào Sả Ớt)

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ingredients

Steps

Prep and Marinate

Aromatic Base

Cook Chicken

Finish and Serve

Extra Tips

► Remove the tough outer layers of the lemongrass and only use the tender inner part, sliced thinly.

► If you love spice, feel free to add more chilies, but if you're sensitive, deseed them or use less.

► Serve with fresh lime wedges and extra cilantro for an even more flavorful dish.

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