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Authentic Vietnamese Lemongrass Marinade Chicken

Lemongrass has an intoxicating aroma that is a staple in Vietnamese cooking. This Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken brings together a harmonious blend of savory and sweet flavors with a touch of citrusy scent. It goes excellently with steam rice or noodles, a perfect dish embracing the essence of Vietnamese cuisine.

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Ingredients

number of servings
4
  • 500 gms of chicken thigh fillets Added to
  • 3 Stems of fresh lemongrass Added to
  • 3 cloves of garlic Added to
  • 2 red chilies Added to
  • 2 tbls fish sauce Added to
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce Added to
  • 1 tablespoon sugar Added to
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper Added to
  • 2 tbls vegetable oil Added to
  • Fresh cilantro for garnishing Added to
  • Lime wedges for serving Added to
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Directions

240 min.
1. Step

Begin by mincing the lemongrass, garlic, and chilies. Mince well until they look almost like a paste.

2. Step

Transfer the paste into a mixing bowl. Add fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and black pepper. Stir to combine.

3. Step

Put the chicken into the bowl, mix it well with the sauce and let it marinate for 2 to 4 hours.

4. Step

Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat. Add the mar chicken.

5. Step

Pan-fry the chicken until it turns golden brown and the inside is cooked (approximately 15 minutes).

6. Step

Transfer the cooked chicken to a serving plate, garnish with fresh cilantro.

7. Step

Serve the Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken with a wedge of lime on the side. Squeeze the lime over the chicken before eating for an extra tangy flavor.

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