Crispy Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken
Crispy Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken is a delectable dish that captures the essence of Vietnam’s vibrant flavors. This recipe features tender, marinated chicken thighs fried to perfection, delivering a satisfying crunch with every bite. Infused with aromatic lemongrass and garlic, it’s perfect for family dinners or gatherings. Serve it with jasmine rice and fresh herbs for an unforgettable meal that will leave your taste buds dancing.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Total Time: 45 minutes
- Yield: Serves 4
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 stalks fresh lemongrass, finely chopped
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
- 3 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 1/2 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 2 tbsp freshly squeezed lime juice
Instructions
- In a bowl, combine chopped lemongrass, minced garlic, fish sauce, brown sugar, and vegetable oil to create the marinade.
- Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and coat them in the marinade. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until hot but not smoking.
- Fry marinated chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy on all sides (about 5-7 minutes per batch).
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce and lime juice for the dipping sauce.
- Drain fried chicken on paper towels before serving with the sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 3 oz of chicken (85g)
- Calories: 230
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 6g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 85mg