Gà Xào Sả Ớt

Gà Xào Sả Ớt is a fragrant and zesty Vietnamese stir-fry featuring tender chicken marinated in lemongrass and chili, delivering a perfect balance of flavors. This healthy dish is quick to prepare and is perfect for a satisfying lunch.

Ingredients

• Chicken breast - 300 grams, thinly sliced
• Lemongrass - 2 stalks, finely minced
• Red chili - 1, finely sliced (adjust to taste)
• Garlic - 3 cloves, minced
• Shallots - 2, thinly sliced
• Vegetable oil - 2 tablespoons
• Fish sauce - 2 tablespoons
• Lime juice - 1 tablespoon
• Sugar - 1 teaspoon
• Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
• Fresh coriander - for garnish
• Rice - 150 grams (to serve)

Steps

1. Marinate the sliced chicken in fish sauce, lime juice, black pepper, and sugar for at least 10 minutes.
2. Heat the vegetable oil in a large frying pan or wok over medium-high heat.
3. Add the minced lemongrass, garlic, and shallots to the pan, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
4. Increase the heat to high and add the marinated chicken to the pan. Stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.
5. Add the sliced red chili and stir-fry for an additional 1-2 minutes.
6. Taste and adjust seasoning as necessary, then remove from heat.
7. Serve the Gà Xào Sả Ớt hot, garnished with fresh coriander, alongside steamed rice.

Nutrition

• Calories: 350
• Protein: 30 g
• Carbs: 45 g
• Fiber: 1 g
• Sugar: 2 g
• Sodium: 800 mg
• Cholesterol: 70 mg
• Total Fat: 10 g
• Saturated Fat: 1.5 g
• Unsaturated Fat: 8.5 g
• Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

• High in protein, which aids in muscle repair and growth.
• Lemongrass has anti-inflammatory properties and can help with digestion.

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