Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken: The Perfect Recipe for Summer Grilling

Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken, also known as "Ga Nuong Xa," is a popular dish made by marinating chicken in a mixture of lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, sugar, and other spices. The marinated chicken is then grilled to perfection and served with a side of rice. The dish is known for its unique combination of flavors, with the lemongrass providing a citrusy and slightly spicy taste while the fish sauce adds a salty and savory flavor. To make the dish, first mix lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, sugar, and other spices in a bowl. Then marinate the chicken in the mixture for at least 30 minutes. After that, grill the chicken until it's cooked through. The dish is often served with a side of rice and garnished with fresh herbs like cilantro and green onions.
January 27, 2021 Add Comment

CategoryDifficultyBeginner

Yields2 Servings
Prep Time8 hrs 10 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time8 hrs 25 mins

 ⅓ cup spring onions
 1 lemongrass stalk,small
 2 garlic cloves
 3 Kaffir Lime Leaves
 1 tbsp Sugar
 ½ tsp Salt
 ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder
 ½ tsp Paprika
 1 tsp Corn Starch
 1 tbsp Fish Sauce
 3 Chicken Thigh Fillers
 ½ tsp Black Pepper Powder

1

To make the marinade, grind spring onions, lemongrass stalk, garlic cloves, kaffir lime leaves, sugar, salt, paprika, turmeric powder, corn starch, fish sauce, and freshly ground black pepper powder into a coarse paste.

2

Add small pieces of chicken thigh fillets and coat them well in the marinade.

3

Allow the chicken to marinate for 8 hours or overnight.

4

Thread the chicken onto metal or wooden skewers and cook them in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 10-15 minutes.

5

Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken skewers are now ready to be served.

Ingredients

 ⅓ cup spring onions
 1 lemongrass stalk,small
 2 garlic cloves
 3 Kaffir Lime Leaves
 1 tbsp Sugar
 ½ tsp Salt
 ¼ tsp Turmeric Powder
 ½ tsp Paprika
 1 tsp Corn Starch
 1 tbsp Fish Sauce
 3 Chicken Thigh Fillers
 ½ tsp Black Pepper Powder

Directions

1

To make the marinade, grind spring onions, lemongrass stalk, garlic cloves, kaffir lime leaves, sugar, salt, paprika, turmeric powder, corn starch, fish sauce, and freshly ground black pepper powder into a coarse paste.

2

Add small pieces of chicken thigh fillets and coat them well in the marinade.

3

Allow the chicken to marinate for 8 hours or overnight.

4

Thread the chicken onto metal or wooden skewers and cook them in a preheated oven at 180 degrees for 10-15 minutes.

5

Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken skewers are now ready to be served.

Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken
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FAQs

Q. What type of chicken should I use for the recipe?
A. The recipe calls for chicken thigh fillets, but you can also use chicken breast if you prefer.

Q. How long should I marinate the chicken for?
A. Marinating the chicken for 8 hours or overnight will give the best flavor.

Q. Can I use wooden skewers instead of metal skewers?
A. You can use wooden skewers but make sure to soak them in water for at least 30 minutes before using to prevent burning.

Q. Can I grill the skewers instead of baking them?
A. Yes, you can also grill the skewers over medium-high heat for 10-15 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through.

Q. Can I use other kind of meat?
A. Yes, you can use other kind of meat such as beef, pork, or shrimp with this marinade.

Q. Can I make this dish spicier?
A. Yes, you can add more chili flakes or red pepper powder to make it spicier.

Q. Can I make this dish in advance?
A. Yes, you can make the marinade and marinate the chicken in advance, then grill or bake them when you’re ready to serve.

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