Ga Kho Gung (Ginger Caramel Braised Chicken)

Ga Kho Gung (Ginger Caramel Braised Chicken)

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

344 cal 34g protein 16g carbs 16g fat per serving · estimated

Ingredients

scaled from 4 servings
  • 3/4 lb bone-in chicken thighs, cut up
  • 1 1/2 tbsp fresh ginger, julienned
  • 1 1/2 tbsp sugar
  • 1 1/2 tbsp fish sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 shallots, sliced
  • 1 scallions, sliced
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper

Method (tap to check — screen stays awake)

  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.

Nutrition figures are estimates. Verify allergens on every ingredient label before cooking.

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