Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken Skewers

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 3 stalks lemongrass, finely chopped
• 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 2 cups cucumber, thinly sliced
• 1 small red onion, thinly sliced
• 1/2 cup mint leaves, chopped
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1/4 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine the chicken, lemongrass, garlic, soy sauce, fish sauce, brown sugar, lime juice, and vegetable oil. Cover and marinate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours.

2. 2

   Thread the marinated chicken onto skewers, leaving a little space between each piece.