Best 5 Laotian Steamed Spicy Chicken Recipes

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# Laotian Steamed Spicy Chicken: A Culinary Journey into Laotian Cuisine

Embark on a tantalizing culinary journey with Laotian steamed spicy chicken, a delectable dish that embodies the vibrant flavors and unique culinary heritage of Laos. This dish is a symphony of bold spices, aromatic herbs, and tender chicken, harmoniously steamed to perfection. As you savor each bite, you'll be transported to the bustling streets of Vientiane, where the tantalizing aromas of Laotian cuisine fill the air.

This recipe provides a detailed guide to preparing this mouthwatering dish, ensuring that you can recreate the authentic flavors of Laos in your own kitchen. Follow the step-by-step instructions to marinate the chicken in a flavorful blend of lemongrass, galangal, garlic, shallots, and a symphony of spices, including chili powder, coriander, and cumin. The chicken is then steamed until fall-off-the-bone tender, resulting in a succulent and juicy delight.

Complementing the steamed chicken is a selection of versatile recipes that offer a range of accompaniments to enhance your dining experience. Prepare a refreshing cucumber salad with a tangy dressing, adding a crisp and cooling element to balance the spiciness of the chicken. For a flavorful dipping sauce, whip up a zesty combination of fish sauce, lime juice, chili peppers, and herbs. Don't forget the sticky rice, an integral part of Laotian cuisine, which serves as the perfect accompaniment to soak up the delicious sauce.

Whether you're a seasoned cook or a novice in the kitchen, this comprehensive guide will empower you to create an authentic Laotian feast. Immerse yourself in the vibrant flavors and aromas of Laos with this delectable steamed spicy chicken, complemented by a selection of refreshing salads, dipping sauces, and sticky rice. Prepare to tantalize your taste buds and embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.

Here are our top 5 tried and tested recipes!

LAOTIAN GRILLED CHICKEN (PING GAI)



Laotian Grilled Chicken (Ping Gai) image

This particular ping gai (Laotian for 'grilled chicken') recipe seems to have originated from the Queen Mother Cafe in Toronto, so some North-Americanization may have occurred. But rest assured, this is at least twice as good as your average grilled chicken, North American or otherwise. Generous amounts of freshly ground pepper and chopped cilantro are the main players in the marinade, while a sweet, garlicky dipping sauce is the perfect accompaniment.

Provided by Chef John

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 4h30m

Yield 10

Number Of Ingredients 15

1 tablespoon whole black peppercorns, or more to taste
1 large bunch fresh cilantro stems and leaves
3 tablespoons oyster sauce
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 pinches cayenne pepper
10 boneless, skinless chicken thighs
⅔ cup seasoned rice vinegar
1 lime, juiced
4 cloves garlic, crushed
1 tablespoon sambal oelek (chile paste)
1 tablespoon fish sauce
¼ cup freshly chopped cilantro
2 tablespoons honey, or more to taste

Steps:

  • Grind peppercorns coarsely using a mortar and pestle, electric grinder, or spice mill.
  • Chop cilantro finely and transfer to a mixing bowl. Stir in the freshly ground pepper, oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, oil, and cayenne. Add chicken thighs and toss by hand until completely coated. Cover with plastic wrap and marinate in the fridge for 4 to 12 hours.
  • Combine rice vinegar, lime juice, garlic, sambal, fish sauce, cilantro, and honey to make the dipping sauce. Refrigerate until ready to use.
  • Preheat grill for medium- to medium-high heat and lightly oil the grate.
  • Place chicken thighs on the grill, discarding any excess marinade. Cover and grill until thighs spring back to the touch, 5 to 6 minutes per side. An instant-read thermometer inserted into the center should read at least 155 degrees F (68 degrees C). Slice and serve with the dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 221 calories, Carbohydrate 10 g, Cholesterol 71 mg, Fat 11.1 g, Fiber 0.6 g, Protein 20.2 g, SaturatedFat 2.8 g, Sodium 961.3 mg, Sugar 7.6 g

LAOTIAN STEAMED SPICY CHICKEN



Laotian Steamed Spicy Chicken image

Make and share this Laotian Steamed Spicy Chicken recipe from Food.com.

Provided by morgainegeiser

Categories     Chicken

Time 1h10m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 11

7 chilies, dried and seeded
1/2 teaspoon salt
4 stems lemongrass, white part only, finely chopped
1 teaspoon shrimp paste
4 garlic cloves, chopped
4 shallots, Red Asian, chopped
1/2 cup coconut cream
2 tablespoons brown sugar
1 tablespoon fish sauce
1 lb chicken breast, cut into 2 inch strips
4 cups spinach

Steps:

  • To make Spice paste: soak the chillies in hot water for 30 minutes or until soft; drain. Place the softened chilies and salt in a food processor and process until a smooth paste is formed. Add all the other paste ingredients one at a time while continuing to run the processor.
  • Combine the coconut cream, brown sugar, fish sauce in a large bowl. Add the spice paste and stir together until well combined.
  • Stir in the chicken strips.
  • Select a round heatproof serving dish which will fit into a large, deep pan. Put the spinach onto the serving dish. Spoon the spicy chicken mixture over the spinach.
  • Place a saucer or rack on the base of the pan and pour enough boing water to cover it. Place the dish on top of the saucer or each, cover the pan with a tight fitting lid and steam over medium heat for about 30 minutes or until the chicken is cooked.
  • Check from time to time that there is enough water in the pan.
  • Serve with rice.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 412.4, Fat 16.8, SaturatedFat 8.8, Cholesterol 72.6, Sodium 762.9, Carbohydrate 39.5, Fiber 2, Sugar 30.1, Protein 27.5

GOOD-FOR-YOU SPICY CHICKEN



Good-for-you Spicy Chicken image

I found this one in the Daily Herald and was happy to find a recipe where I didn't have to reduce the sodium myself, it's already done here. It's still tasty, you won't miss the sodium! This is great over rotini pasta with a salad on the side.

Provided by Hey Jude

Categories     Chicken Breast

Time 30m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast half, cut into bite-size chunks
1 teaspoon olive oil
1 large onion, chopped
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon paprika
1 pinch cayenne or 1 dash hot pepper sauce (or more)
1 pinch ground cloves
1 large green bell pepper, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 1/2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
1 clove garlic, minced
1 (15 1/2 ounce) can no-salt-added stewed tomatoes
1 (8 ounce) can no-salt-added tomato sauce
1 teaspoon cider vinegar or 1 teaspoon red wine vinegar
1 teaspoon packed light brown sugar

Steps:

  • Heat the oil over medium heat in a deep 12-inch nonstick skillet; add the onions and cook, stirring now and then for a few minutes.
  • Add the chicken chunks; raise the heat to medium-high, cook the chicken, stirring frequently.
  • Add the cumin, paprika, cloves and cayenne pepper, stirring, then add the green pepper, ginger and garlic; stir well.
  • When chicken is cooked through, add the stewed tomatoes and their juice, the tomato sauce, vinegar and brown sugar; stir well, bring to a boil and cook, stirring frequently, for 1 minute.
  • Serve at once over hot, cooked pasta, if desired (also good over rice).

Nutrition Facts : Calories 188.2, Fat 2.9, SaturatedFat 0.6, Cholesterol 65.8, Sodium 83.8, Carbohydrate 11.8, Fiber 2.3, Sugar 6.2, Protein 27.8

LATIN-INSPIRED SPICY CREAM CHICKEN STEW



Latin-Inspired Spicy Cream Chicken Stew image

My old roommate, who was Latino, gave me this recipe about 8 years ago. Recently I was cleaning out a cookbook and found the recipe tucked away. This is extremely delicious. I don't know what it was called, she just said it was something her mom used to make when she was younger. Depending on how spicy you like it, you omit or ramp up any variety of hot spices you like. This is great served over rice with shredded cheese and sour cream -- or even with corn bread. It is really versatile.

Provided by MSHELLZ2U

Categories     Soups, Stews and Chili Recipes     Stews     Chicken

Time 8h25m

Yield 8

Number Of Ingredients 11

6 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves
3 (14.5 ounce) cans diced tomatoes
1 (16 ounce) jar green salsa
1 (15 ounce) can black beans, rinsed and drained
1 (15 ounce) can pinto beans, drained and rinsed
1 (15.25 ounce) can whole kernel corn, drained
1 (1.25 ounce) package taco seasoning
1 tablespoon chopped fresh cilantro
2 teaspoons ground red chile pepper, or to taste
1 teaspoon ground cumin
½ cup cream cheese, softened

Steps:

  • Place the chicken breasts into the bottom of a slow cooker, and pour tomatoes, green salsa, black beans, pinto beans, and corn over the chicken. Sprinkle taco seasoning, cilantro, ground red chile, and cumin over the mixture, and stir to combine. Cover the cooker, set on Low, and cook until chicken is very tender and the mixture has thickened, 8 to 10 hours.
  • For soup, leave all liquid in the cooker; for a thicker stew, remove some liquid if desired. Mix 1 or 2 tablespoons of liquid with cream cheese in a bowl, stir until smooth, and mix the cream cheese into the cooker to make a creamy sauce. Continue to cook for 15 minutes, then serve.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 330.8 calories, Carbohydrate 37 g, Cholesterol 61.6 mg, Fat 7.9 g, Fiber 7.7 g, Protein 26 g, SaturatedFat 3.9 g, Sodium 1301.8 mg, Sugar 8.2 g

STEAMED CHICKEN WITH XIAO FAN'S SPECIAL SAUCE



Steamed Chicken with Xiao Fan's Special Sauce image

Provided by Fan Nianfeng

Categories     Chicken     Steam     Low Carb     Dinner     Healthy     Gourmet     China     Sugar Conscious     Dairy Free     Tree Nut Free     No Sugar Added     Kosher

Yield Makes 4 (main course) servings

Number Of Ingredients 11

For chicken:
1 chicken (about 3 1/2 pounds), halved lengthwise
2 tablespoons thin matchsticks of peeled ginger
For sauce:
1 1/2 tablespoons peanut or vegetable oil
4 garlic cloves, minced
3 to 4 (2-inch) fresh hot Thai chiles, minced, including seeds
1/2 cup coarsely chopped cilantro
1/4 cup water
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon rice vinegar (not seasoned)

Steps:

  • Steam chicken:
  • Fit a large steamer rack inside a large wide pot. Add enough water to reach within 1/2 inch of bottom of rack. Bring to a boil.
  • Pat chicken dry and put, skin side up, in a shallow bowl (that will fit on steamer rack inside pot). Sprinkle with ginger and steam, covered, over high heat, until chicken is just cooked through, 30 to 35 minutes (replenish water if necessary).
  • Carefully remove bowl with chicken. Pour off juices into a glass measure and set aside 1/4 cup (reserve remainder for another use). Return chicken in bowl to pot and keep warm, covered, off heat.
  • Make sauce:
  • Heat a wok or large heavy skillet (not nonstick) over high heat until smoking, then drizzle oil down side of wok and swirl to coat. Reduce heat to medium, then add garlic and stir-fry 15 seconds. Add chiles and stir-fry 15 seconds. Add cilantro and stir-fry 1 minute. Stir in remaining ingredients, 1/4 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 cup chicken juices and simmer 1 minute. Transfer to a bowl.
  • Drizzle some sauce over chicken (include some solids for a spicier sauce); serve the rest on the side. Season chicken with salt.

Tips:

  • Use fresh, high-quality ingredients: This will ensure that your dish is flavorful and delicious.
  • Marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes: This will help to tenderize the chicken and infuse it with flavor.
  • Use a variety of spices: This will give your dish a complex and flavorful taste.
  • Don't overcook the chicken: Overcooked chicken will be dry and tough.
  • Serve the chicken with a dipping sauce: This will add extra flavor and richness to the dish.

Conclusion:

Laotian steamed spicy chicken is a delicious and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy meal. It is made with simple ingredients and can be easily customized to your own taste. Serve it with a dipping sauce and steamed rice for a complete meal.

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