Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

Name: Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 35 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 500g (1 lb) chicken thigh fillets, cut into roughly 3cm (1.2 inch) cubes; 4 tbsp fish sauce; 1 tbsp white sugar; ½ tsp cornflour (cornstarch); 1 lemongrass stalk, bruised and white part finely chopped; 2 tbsp vegetable oil; 5 garlic cloves, finely chopped; 1 long red chilli, finely chopped; 1 small onion, sliced; 1 cup coconut water; steamed rice, to serve; ¼ cup roughly chopped coriander (cilantro), to serve (optional)

Prep 15m

Cook 20m

Total 35m

This Vietnamese lemongrass chicken recipe features tender chicken thigh fillets marinated in fish sauce, sugar, and fragrant lemongrass. Cooked with garlic, chilli, and coconut water, it’s a flavorful dish perfect for serving over steamed rice. Top with fresh coriander for a burst of color and added freshness.

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(Servings: 4)

500g (1 lb) chicken thigh fillets, cut into roughly 3cm (1.2 inch) cubes

½ tsp cornflour (cornstarch)

1 lemongrass stalk, bruised and white part finely chopped

2 tbsp vegetable oil

5 garlic cloves, finely chopped

1 long red chilli, finely chopped

1 small onion, sliced

steamed rice, to serve

¼ cup roughly chopped coriander (cilantro), to serve (optional)

Nutrition Facts

Calories

495kcal

24%
Fat

24g

1%
Saturated Fat

8g

0%
Carbohydrates

16g

0%
Fiber

1g

0%
Sugar

6g

0%
Protein

43g

2%
Cholesterol

186mg

9%
Sodium

998mg

49%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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