Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken with Charred Scallions

Name: Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken with Charred Scallions
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 18 min
Total time: 38 min
Yield: 2 servings
Ingredients: 400 grams boneless, skinless chicken thighs; 2 stalks fresh lemongrass; 4 cloves garlic cloves; 2 medium shallots; 2 tablespoons fish sauce; 2 tablespoons lime juice; 1.5 tablespoons coconut oil; 6 stalks scallions; 1 whole Thai bird's eye chilies; 1 cup brown jasmine rice; 1.5 cups water; 1 medium cucumber; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; to taste pinch salt and black pepper

Prep 20 min · Cook 18 min · Serves 2 · medium

Global Cuisine

Aromatic Vietnamese-style chicken infused with fresh lemongrass, garlic, and fish sauce, pan-seared until golden and served with charred scallions. This authentic dish captures the bright, citrusy essence of Southeast Asian cuisine with minimal prep.

Ingredients

400 grams boneless, skinless chicken thighs
2 stalks fresh lemongrass
4 cloves garlic cloves
Two cups of something delicious
A generous pinch of patience
The secret ingredient
A splash of good olive oil
Fresh herbs, chopped

Instructions

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