Gai Yang Som Tum

Gai Yang Som Tum is a delightful Thai BBQ chicken dish served with a zesty green papaya salad. This high-protein meal is bursting with authentic Thai flavors and is perfect for a healthy, satisfying dinner.

Ingredients

• Chicken thighs - 400 grams
• Coconut milk - 100 ml
• Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
• Coriander roots - 2 tablespoons, minced
• Soy sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Palm sugar - 1 tablespoon
• Lime juice - 2 tablespoons
• Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
• Green papaya - 200 grams, shredded
• Carrot - 100 grams, shredded
• Cherry tomatoes - 100 grams, halved
• Green beans - 50 grams, cut into 2 cm pieces
• Fish sauce - 1 tablespoon
• Peanuts - 30 grams, crushed
• Fresh cilantro - for garnish
• Lime wedges - for serving

Steps

1. In a bowl, mix the coconut milk, minced garlic, coriander roots, soy sauce, palm sugar, lime juice, and black pepper to create a marinade.
2. Add the chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are fully coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours for more flavor).
3. Preheat your grill or BBQ to medium-high heat.
4. Remove the chicken from the marinade and grill for about 6-7 minutes on each side or until fully cooked and the internal temperature reaches 75°C (165°F).
5. While the chicken is grilling, prepare the Som Tum salad by mixing shredded green papaya, shredded carrot, halved cherry tomatoes, and green beans in a large bowl.
6. In a small bowl, whisk together the fish sauce and lime juice, then pour over the salad mixture. Toss well to combine.
7. Serve the grilled chicken with the Som Tum salad, garnished with crushed peanuts and fresh cilantro. Accompany with lime wedges.

Nutrition

• Calories: 490
• Protein: 35 g
• Carbs: 30 g
• Fiber: 5 g
• Sugar: 6 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 120 mg
• Total Fat: 24 g
• Saturated Fat: 6 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 18 g
• Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

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

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