How to make Bai Moan (Roasted chicken rice) English Subtitles

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu provides a plant-based option, while pork is often less expensive than chicken.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: salt

Tamari is gluten-free, while salt is a more basic alternative.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt

Soy sauce is a common substitute for those avoiding fish.

vegetable oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is often less expensive.

Rinse rice under cold water until water runs clear.

Soak rice in water for 30 minutes, then drain.

Heat vegetable oil in a pot over medium heat until shimmering.

Sauté garlic, ginger, and onion until fragrant, about 2-3 minutes.

Add chicken pieces and cook until browned on all sides, about 5-7 minutes.

Stir in soy sauce and fish sauce, cooking for another 2 minutes.

Add soaked rice to the pot and stir to combine.

Pour in enough water to cover the rice by about an inch.

Bring to a boil, then reduce heat to low and cover.

Cook for 15-20 minutes, or until rice is tender and liquid is absorbed.

Remove from heat and let sit, covered, for 10 minutes.

Fluff rice with a fork and serve topped with fresh coriander and green onions.

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