Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken
A flavorful and easy-to-prepare Vietnamese dish featuring a delicious marinade of lemongrass, garlic, and fish sauce that elevates the taste of the chicken.
Ingredients
Marinade ingredients
- 2 breasts chicken breasts, sliced
- 2 stalks of lemongrass, minced For freshest flavor, use fresh lemongrass.
- 3 cloves of garlic, minced
- 2 tablespoons of fish sauce
- 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon of sugar
- 1 lime juiced
Cooking ingredients
- 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil For cooking the chicken.
- to taste Fresh cilantro, for garnishing Adds flavor and visual appeal.
Instructions
Preparation
- In a bowl, mix the minced lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, and lime juice.
- Add the sliced chicken to the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
Cooking
- Heat the vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
- Add the marinated chicken to the pan and cook for about 5-7 minutes on each side, or until cooked through.
- Garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.
Notes
This dish is best served hot with jasmine rice or noodles. You can add fresh veggies or a light salad to enhance the meal. For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu or vegetables.
Nutrition
Serving: 1gCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 40gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 2gSodium: 1000mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3g
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