Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

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 flavours, with the lemongrass providing a citrusy and slightly spicy taste while the fish sauce adds a salty and savoury flavours.

Gà Nướng Xả – This is the Vietnamese name for Lemongrass Chicken, emphasizing its preparation method (nướng – grilled or roasted) and the key ingredient, xả (lemongrass).

CategoryDifficultyBeginner

Yields2 Servings
Prep Time10 minsCook Time15 minsTotal Time25 mins

Ingredients for Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

  cup Spring Onions
 1 Lemongrass Stalk
 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 Fillets
 ½ tsp Black Pepper Powder

Instructions for Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

Prepare the Marinade
1

Grind the 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.

Marinate the Chicken
2

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

Marination Time
3

Allow the chicken to marinate for 8 hours or overnight for the best flavour.

Cook the Chicken
4

Thread the marinated chicken onto metal or wooden skewers. Cook them in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for 10-15 minutes.

Serve
5

Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken skewers are now ready to be served. Enjoy!

Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

Ingredients

  cup Spring Onions
 1 Lemongrass Stalk
 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 Fillets
 ½ tsp Black Pepper Powder

Directions

Prepare the Marinade
1

Grind the 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.

Marinate the Chicken
2

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

Marination Time
3

Allow the chicken to marinate for 8 hours or overnight for the best flavour.

Cook the Chicken
4

Thread the marinated chicken onto metal or wooden skewers. Cook them in a preheated oven at 180°C (356°F) for 10-15 minutes.

Serve
5

Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken skewers are now ready to be served. Enjoy!

Notes

Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken

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 them 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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