**Lemongrass Chicken with Vermicelli: A Symphony of Flavors**
Embark on a culinary journey to Southeast Asia with this tantalizing dish of lemongrass chicken with vermicelli. This delectable meal combines the aromatic allure of lemongrass, the savory richness of chicken, and the delicate texture of vermicelli noodles, creating a harmonious symphony of flavors. As you savor each bite, the vibrant blend of herbs, spices, and zesty citrus notes will transport you to the lively streets of Vietnam, where this dish is a beloved classic. In this comprehensive guide, we'll take you through a step-by-step process to recreate this authentic dish in your own kitchen. From the initial preparation of the aromatic marinade to the final assembly of the flavorful vermicelli bowl, we'll provide detailed instructions, helpful tips, and beautiful images to guide you along the way. So gather your ingredients, prepare your taste buds, and let's embark on a culinary adventure that will leave you craving for more.
VERMICELLI NOODLE BOWL | BUN GA NUONG RECIPE
Vermicelli noodles (Bun Ga Nuong) topped with your favorite veggies and Vietnamese lemongrass chicken. Laced with Nuoc Cham, the famous dipping sauce that's served with everything in Vietnam.
Provided by Calleigh
Categories Main Course Recipe
Time 20m
Number Of Ingredients 25
Steps:
- In a blender, combine sugar, garlic, shallots, and lemongrass and process to a fine mixture. Then, add the pepper, soy sauce, fish sauce, and oil. Blend to combine well to get that smooth texture.
- Place the chicken in a ziplock bag, pour the marinade mixture. Toss and turn to coat the chicken well. Seal the ziplock bag and marinate for about an hour or refrigerate up to 24 hours (recommended).
- Once ready to use, let the marinated chicken sit at room temperature or 30 minutes to remove some chill before grilling.
- Preheat a grill to medium-high. Grill the chicken for 6-8 minutes turning them on both sides or until cooked.
- Nick with a knife to test the doneness and transfer to a plate once ready.
- In a bowl, combine all the ingredients and stir well to dissolve the sugar. You can adjust the spiciness, the sweetness and lime according to your taste. Set aside for 20 minutes to let the ingredients mend together.
- Soak the vermicelli noodles in hot water (or check the package instructions). But I cooked the vermicelli for 7 minutes as per package instructions. Drain and rinse in cold water to stop the noodles from sticking together.
- Arrange the noodles in a bowl, top with the toppings and the sliced chicken. Drizzle with the Nuoc Cham sauce (2-3 tbsp or more according to your taste) and serve with lime wedges.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 756.71 kcal, Carbohydrate 73.76 g, Protein 42.52 g, Fat 33.61 g, SaturatedFat 8.23 g, Sodium 3652.98 mg, Fiber 7.62 g, Sugar 24.37 g, ServingSize 1 serving
LEMONGRASS-CHICKEN MEATBALLS ON RICE VERMICELLI
Provided by Rick Rodgers
Categories Chicken Dinner Lunch Noodle Lemongrass Dairy Free Wheat/Gluten-Free Peanut Free Tree Nut Free Soy Free
Yield Makes 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 22
Steps:
- 1. To make the dipping sauce, bring 1/2 cup water and the granulated sugar to a boil in a small saucepan over high heat, stirring to dissolve the sugar. Pour into a bowl and let cool. Add the fish sauce, vinegar, garlic, carrot, and chiles and stir well.
- 2. To prepare the vermicelli, place in a medium bowl and add enough hot tap water to cover. Let stand until the vermicelli is tender, about 10 minutes. Drain and rinse under cold running water. Drain again and return to the bowl. Toss with 1 teaspoon of the vegetable oil.
- 3. To make the scallion oil, pour the remaining vegetable oil into a medium skillet. Add the garlic and cook over medium heat, stirring often, until softened but not browned, about 2 minutes. Add the scallions and cook, stirring often, until wilted, about 2 minutes. Remove from the heat.
- 4. To make the meatballs, remove and discard the outer layers from the lemongrass to reveal the pale yellow inner stalk. Trim off the bulbous tip of the stalk. Using a very sharp knife, thinly slice the lemongrass into rounds until you reach the very tough upper stalk. Discard the upper stalk. Transfer the sliced lemongrass to a food processor fitted with the metal chopping blade. Pulse about 12 times, until the lemongrass is finely minced. Measure 1 1/2 tablespoons of the minced lemongrass. (The remaining lemongrass can be frozen for up to 3 months.)
- 5. Combine the minced lemongrass, ground chicken, shallots, fish sauce, cornstarch, chile, garlic, brown sugar, and salt in a large bowl and mix well. Cover and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes or up to 4 hours. Using your wet hands rinsed under cold water, shape the meat mixture into 12 equal meatballs.
- 6. Prepare a medium-hot fire in an outdoor grill.
- 7. To grill the meatballs with a basket, lightly oil the molds (a pump oil sprayer works best). Place the meatballs in the basket and close it. Place the basket on the cooking grate and cover. Grill the meatballs until the undersides are lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Flip the basket over and grill until the other sides are lightly browned and the meatballs are cooked through, about 4 minutes. Remove the meatballs from the basket and transfer to a bowl. To grill the meatballs without the basket, lightly oil the cooking grate. Place the meatballs on the grill and cover. Grill until the undersides are lightly browned, about 4 minutes. Flip the meatballs and cook until the other sides are browned and the meatballs are cooked through, about 4 minutes more. Transfer to a bowl.
- 8. Pour the dipping sauce into 4 ramekins. Divide the rice vermicelli among 4 deep bowls. Top each with 3 meatballs and equal amounts of the scallion oil. Serve with the dipping sauce.
CHICKEN WITH LEMONGRASS
The lemongrass, really compliments this easy and nutritious recipe. Serve with Asian noodles or steamed white rice.
Provided by - Carla -
Categories Chicken
Yield 2 serving(s)
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat oil and fry onion with garlic for 1 minute. Add chicken, black pepper, lemon grass, fish sauce, sugar, curry and chili and stir fry for 4 minutes.
- Add chicken, black pepper, lemon grass, fish sauce, sugar, curry and chili pepper and stir fry 5 minutes.
- Add water and continue to stir fry an additional 8 to 10 minutes, or until chicken is just about cooked through.
- Remove smashed Lemongrass.
- Add the coconut milk and simmer, stirring, until sauce it thickened.
- Serve over Asian noodles or steamed white rice.
- Garnish with sprinkled chopped nuts and the freshly chopped cilantro.
Tips:
- Choose the right lemongrass. Look for lemongrass stalks that are firm and green, with no signs of wilting or browning. The thicker the stalk, the more flavor it will impart to the dish.
- Prep the lemongrass properly. To release its full flavor, lemongrass should be bruised or pounded before being added to the dish. You can do this by using a mortar and pestle or by hitting the stalk with the back of a knife.
- Don't overcrowd the pan. When cooking the chicken, make sure to give it enough space in the pan so that it can brown evenly. If the pan is too crowded, the chicken will steam instead of fry and it won't be as flavorful.
- Cook the chicken until it's done. The chicken should be cooked through before you add the vegetables. You can check if the chicken is done by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the breast. The chicken is done when the internal temperature reaches 165 degrees Fahrenheit.
- Add the vegetables at the end. The vegetables should be added to the dish at the end of the cooking process so that they retain their crunch and鮮味. If you add them too early, they will become overcooked and mushy.
- Serve the dish immediately. Lemongrass chicken with vermicelli is best served immediately after it is cooked. The longer it sits, the more the flavors will meld together and the dish will become less flavorful.
Conclusion:
Lemongrass chicken with vermicelli is a delicious and easy-to-make dish that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. The combination of lemongrass, ginger, and garlic gives the chicken a wonderfully aromatic flavor, and the vermicelli adds a satisfying texture. This dish is sure to please everyone at your table.
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