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