Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Banh Mi Bowls

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 3 tbsp lemongrass, finely chopped
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• 2 tsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp lime juice
• 2 cups carrots, julienned
• 2 cups daikon radish, julienned
• 1/4 cup rice vinegar
• 2 cups jasmine rice
• 1/2 cup cilantro, chopped
• 1/4 cup mint leaves, chopped
• 1/4 cup roasted peanuts, chopped
• 2 tbsp sriracha or chili sauce, optional, for serving

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the chicken, lemongrass, garlic, fish sauce, brown sugar, and lime juice. Cover and marinate for 30 minutes to 1 hour.

2. 2

   While the chicken marinates, prepare the pickled vegetables. In a medium bowl, combine the julienned carrots, daikon, and rice vinegar. Set aside.