Gà Kho Gừng

Gà Kho Gừng

Tender chicken braised with fresh ginger, garlic, and caramelized onions in a savory-sweet Vietnamese sauce.

⏱ 45 minServes 4Vietnamese

Ingredients

  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 3 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 3 tablespoons fresh ginger, julienned
  • 2 medium onions, cut into chunks
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 dried red chilies
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 2 scallions, chopped

Directions

  1. 1Heat oil in a large pot over medium-high heat, then add onions and cook until golden and caramelized, about 5 minutes.
  2. 2Add minced garlic and julienned ginger, stirring constantly for 1 minute until fragrant.
  3. 3Add chicken pieces and stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until lightly browned on the edges.
  4. 4Pour in fish sauce, soy sauce, sugar, dried chilies, and water, then stir well to combine.
  5. 5Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 25-30 minutes until chicken is tender.
  6. 6Remove the lid, increase heat to medium, and cook for another 3-5 minutes until the sauce reduces and thickens slightly.
  7. 7Taste and adjust seasonings as needed, then garnish with chopped scallions and serve over steamed rice.

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