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Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

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A flavorful and aromatic Vietnamese dish that combines tender marinated chicken with the bright taste of lemongrass.

Ingredients

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  • 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 3 stalks fresh lemongrass (trimmed and finely minced) or 3 tablespoons lemongrass paste
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 small onion, finely sliced
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon light soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • Optional garnish: Sliced red chili, fresh cilantro, lime wedges

Instructions

  1. Marinate Your Chicken: In a bowl, combine the chicken thighs, minced lemongrass, garlic, onion, fish sauce, oyster sauce, soy sauce, brown sugar, and black pepper. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes to an hour.
  2. Heat Up the Pan: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
  3. Cook the Chicken: Once the oil is hot, carefully add the marinated chicken to the pan in a single layer. Sear the chicken for about 4-5 minutes on each side.
  4. Finish Cooking: Lower the heat, pour in any leftover marinade, and let it simmer until slightly thickened.
  5. Taste and Adjust: Taste your chicken and adjust seasoning as needed.
  6. Serve It Up: Remove from heat and transfer the chicken to a serving dish. Garnish and serve with jasmine rice or lettuce wraps.

Notes

Let the chicken marinate longer for deeper flavor. Adjust the seasoning to your taste at the end of cooking.

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