Spoon Simple
Ga Nuong Sa
Lemongrass grilled chicken with a caramelized, fragrant crust. Served with rice and a tangy dipping sauce — Vietnamese backyard BBQ essential.
Prep 15 min
Cook 25 min
Total 40 min
Serves 4
Ingredients
Step 1 — Marinate chicken
- 3 lbs chicken thighs (bone-in)
- 4 stalks lemongrass (minced)
- 5 garlic cloves (minced)
- 3 tbsp fish sauce
- 2 tbsp sugar
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp black pepper
Step 2 — Serve
- Steamed jasmine rice
- Cucumber salad
- Lime-chili salt (muoi ot)
Instructions
- 1
Marinate
Combine all marinade ingredients. Coat chicken and marinate at least 2 hours or overnight.
- 2
Grill
Grill chicken over medium heat 20–25 minutes, turning often, until skin is charred and internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- 3
Serve
Serve with steamed rice, cucumber salad, and lime-chili salt for dipping.
Nutrition per serving: 420 cal · 36g protein · 8g carbs · 28g fat · 0g fiber
For informational purposes only. Not medical or dietary advice. Verify ingredients for allergens, cooking times, and safe internal temperatures before serving.
