Gà Kho Nước Dừa
Gà Kho Nước Dừa is a delightful Vietnamese dish featuring tender chicken simmered in coconut water, creating a savory and slightly sweet flavor. This low-carb version is perfect for those seeking a healthy yet flavorful meal.

40 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Vietnamese
320 kcal
Ingredients
- Chicken thighs - 300 grams, cut into bite-sized pieces
- Coconut water - 200 ml
- Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
- Soy sauce - 1 tablespoon (low sodium)
- Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
- Shallots - 2, sliced
- Black pepper - 1 teaspoon
- Red chili - 1, sliced (optional for heat)
- Fresh cilantro - for garnish
- Oil - 1 tablespoon (for cooking)
Steps
- Heat the oil in a medium-sized pot over medium heat.
- Add the minced garlic and sliced shallots, sauté until fragrant and golden.
- Add the chicken pieces and cook until they are browned on all sides.
- Stir in the fish sauce, soy sauce, and black pepper, mixing well to coat the chicken.
- Pour in the coconut water and bring the mixture to a boil.
- Reduce the heat to low, cover, and let it simmer for about 25-30 minutes until the chicken is tender and the sauce has thickened.
- If desired, add sliced red chili for an extra kick.
- Serve hot, garnished with fresh cilantro.
Nutrition
- Calories: 320
- Protein: 30 g
- Carbs: 8 g
- Fiber: 0 g
- Sugar: 3 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
- Total Fat: 18 g
- Saturated Fat: 7 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10 g
- Water: 0.2 L
Health Benefits
- High in protein, promoting muscle growth and repair.
- Low in carbohydrates, supporting a low-carb dietary approach.
Tags
VietnameseLow CarbMain Dish