Ingredients:
8 boneless chicken thighs
Lemongrass Chicken Marinade:
1 stalk lemongrass (approx. 3 and 1/2 tablespoons)
4 cloves garlic (approx. 2 tablespoons)
1 shallot (approx. 2 tablespoons)
1 and 1/2 tablespoons fish sauce
1 and 1/2 tablespoons dark soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons water
Nuoc Cham Dipping Sauce:
1 clove garlic
2 tablespoons fresh lime juice
6 tablespoons hot water
3 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons fish sauce
Grated carrots (optional)
1 birds eye chili pepper (optional)
Directions:
Prepare the Marinade: Finely chop lemongrass, garlic, and shallot. Combine with fish sauce, dark soy
sauce, sugar, and water in a bowl. Add chicken thighs, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Marinate for
30 minutes to an hour, or overnight.
Grill the Chicken: Remove aromatics from chicken. Lightly oil each piece. Grill on medium heat, starting
skin-side down, flipping once, until fully cooked (about 12-15 minutes).
Make Nuoc Cham Dipping Sauce: Combine all sauce ingredients in a bowl, adjusting to taste. Serve with
the grilled chicken.
Prep Time: 15 mins | Cooking Time: 15 mins | Total Time: 30 mins