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coconut milk

🥗Healthier: almond milk

💰Cheaper: water + cornstarch

Almond milk reduces calories while maintaining creaminess.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + vinegar

Soy sauce is easier to find and offers a similar umami flavor.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: pork

Tofu is a plant-based option, while pork can be less expensive.

black pepper

🥗Healthier: white pepper

💰Cheaper: paprika

White pepper offers a similar heat with a milder flavor.

Marinate chicken with lemongrass, garlic, shallots, turmeric, coconut milk, fish sauce, sugar, black pepper, and salt for at least 1 hour.

Preheat grill to medium-high heat.

Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess.

Grill chicken for 6-8 minutes on each side until cooked through and charred.

Squeeze lime juice over chicken while grilling.

Wrap grilled chicken in banana leaves to keep warm.

Prepare a fresh herb salad with cucumber and herbs.

Serve grilled chicken with herb salad and rice on the side.

Garnish with additional lime wedges and herbs.

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