Ga Kho Gung (Ginger Caramel Braised Chicken)

Vietnamese · 45 min · Chicken · gluten-free, dairy-free, low-carb, high-protein

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Ingredients

• 1.5 lb bone-in chicken thighs, cut up
• 3 tbsp fresh ginger, julienned
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 3 tbsp fish sauce
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 shallots, sliced
• 2 scallions, sliced
• 1 tsp black pepper

Method

1. Melt sugar in a heavy pan over medium heat until amber, about 4 minutes.
2. Add shallots, garlic, and half the ginger and stir 30 seconds.
3. Add the chicken and sear to coat in the caramel, about 5 minutes.
4. Add fish sauce, black pepper, and 1/2 cup water; cover and braise 20 minutes.
5. Uncover, add remaining ginger, and reduce 5-8 minutes until the sauce glazes the chicken.
6. Scatter scallions over the top and serve with rice.

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