The most delicious grilled chicken - Lao Style.

fish sauce

🥗Healthier: soy sauce

💰Cheaper: salt + vinegar

Soy sauce is lower in calories and offers a similar umami flavor.

whole chicken

🥗Healthier: chicken breast

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Chicken breast is leaner, while thighs are often cheaper and more flavorful.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey provides natural sweetness with additional flavor.

lime juice

🥗Healthier: lemon juice

💰Cheaper: vinegar

Lemon juice is a good substitute with a similar acidity.

Prepare the marinade by blending lemongrass, garlic, shallots, lime juice, fish sauce, coriander, chili flakes, black pepper, sugar, and salt until smooth.

Rub the marinade all over the chicken, ensuring it is well coated.

Cover and marinate the chicken in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight.

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Remove the chicken from the marinade and let excess marinade drip off.

Brush the grill grates with vegetable oil to prevent sticking.

Place the chicken on the grill, breast side down, and cook for 15-20 minutes until golden brown.

Flip the chicken and continue grilling for another 15-20 minutes, or until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (75°C).

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for 10 minutes before carving.

Serve with sliced cucumbers, lettuce, and chopped green onions for garnish.

Cooking Techniques

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