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Thai Chicken with Lemongrass and Bhut Kolo Kia

A Spicy and Tangy Thai Delight with Lemongrass

4servings
45 min
Medium
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Thai Chicken with Lemongrass and Bhut Kolo Kia

About this recipe

Experience the vibrant flavors of Thailand with this Thai Chicken with Lemongrass and Bhut Kolo Kia dish. Combining the aromatic essence of lemongrass with the fiery heat of bhut kolo kia, this recipe brings together a harmonious medley of bold and zesty flavors that will leave your taste buds tingling. Perfect for adventurous cooks looking to spice up their dinner routine, this dish is both flavorful and satisfying.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken, cut into pieces
  • 2 stalks lemongrass, finely chopped
  • 1 bhut kolo kia pepper, finely diced
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, chopped
  • 1 red bell pepper, sliced
  • 1 green bell pepper, sliced
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon fish sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Steamed rice for serving

Directions

  1. 1

    Mix soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, and brown sugar in a bowl.

  2. 2

    Toss the chicken in the marinade, cover, and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.

  3. 3

    Heat oil in a skillet over medium heat and sauté garlic and onion until fragrant.

  4. 4

    Add marinated chicken to the skillet and cook until browned.

  5. 5

    Stir in lemongrass, bhut kolo kia, red and green bell peppers, and cook until vegetables are tender.

  6. 6

    Adjust seasoning with salt and pepper, then serve hot with steamed rice.

Chef's tip

For a milder spice level, reduce the amount of bhut kolo kia or substitute with a milder pepper. The dish can be served with noodles if preferred.

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