Gai Pad Khing

Gai Pad Khing is a vibrant Thai BBQ dish featuring stir-fried chicken with fragrant ginger and vegetables, making it both flavorful and healthy. This low-carb recipe is perfect for those seeking a delicious meal without the extra carbs.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, sliced thinly
• Fresh ginger - 30 grams, julienned
• Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
• Bell pepper (red) - 1 medium, sliced
• Zucchini - 1 medium, sliced
• Soy sauce (low sodium) - 3 tablespoons
• Oyster sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Sesame oil - 1 tablespoon
• Olive oil - 1 tablespoon
• Green onions - 2 stalks, chopped
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish
• Lime wedges - for serving
• Salt - to taste
• Black pepper - to taste

Steps

1. Heat olive oil in a large pan or wok over medium-high heat.
2. Add the minced garlic and julienned ginger, stir-frying for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
3. Add the sliced chicken breast to the pan, cooking until the chicken is browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Stir in the sliced bell pepper and zucchini, cooking for an additional 3-4 minutes until they soften slightly.
5. Pour in the soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sesame oil, stirring well to coat all ingredients evenly.
6. Season with salt and black pepper to taste, and continue to cook for another 1-2 minutes.
7. Remove from heat and sprinkle with chopped green onions and fresh cilantro.
8. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for squeezing over the dish.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 45 g
• Carbs: 12 g
• Fiber: 3 g
• Sugar: 4 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 100 mg
• Total Fat: 12 g
• Saturated Fat: 2 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, supporting muscle growth and repair.
• Rich in vitamins and minerals from fresh vegetables.

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