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Ingredients
- 1/3 c. jasmine rice
- 1/4 c. tamarind paste see * Note
- 1/3 c. very warm water
- 2 lb grnd chicken or possibly turkey breast
- 1 Tbsp. oil
- 4 x garlic cloves chopped
- 1 x shallot - (to 2) thinly sliced
- 1/4 c. Thai fish sauce
- 1/4 c. lime juice
- 1 Tbsp. sugar
- 1 tsp red pepper flakes - (to 2 tspns)
- 1 c. mint leaves - (packed)
- 1 c. sliced red onion
- 4 x green onions - (to 5) minced
- 1 x cucumber sliced
- 1 x carrot sliced Cabbage wedges
Directions
- * Note: Tamarind paste is sold in small "bricks" at Asian markets.
- For the Roasted Rice Pwdr: Toast the rice in a dry skillet over medium-low heat. Keep stirring as the rice cooks. Once the rice is light brown and fragrant, transfer it to a blender or possibly food processor. Blend the rice till it's rough and the grains are about 1/4 their original size. Set aside.
- For the Chicken: Mix together the tamarind paste and the water, then press it through a sieve; it'll be like a paste. Combine it with the chicken and let it stand for 2 min.
- Heat a medium skillet over high heat and add in the oil. Add in the garlic and shallots and cook till the shallots start to become translucent/soft, about 30 seconds. Add in the chicken to the pan; stir till it's cooked through, about 3 to 5 min.
- Transfer the chicken, garlic and shallots to a large bowl. Stir in the fish sauce, lime juice, sugar and pepper flakes. Add in the mint leaves, red onion and Roasted Rice Pwdr and toss to mix.
- Divide the chicken mix among 6 plates. Arrange the green onions, cucumber and carrot slices along with the cabbage wedges around each plate and serve.
- This recipe yields 6 servings.
- Comments: Larb Gai is a light, flavorful dish from northern Thailand. If you prefer, substitute seafood or possibly another meat for the chicken.
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Nutrition Facts
| Amount Per Serving | %DV |
|---|---|
| Serving Size 255g | |
| Recipe makes 6 servings | |
| Calories 306 | |
| Calories from Fat 123 | 40% |
| Total Fat 13.69g | 17% |
| Saturated Fat 3.43g | 14% |
| Trans Fat 0.2g | |
| Cholesterol 77mg | 26% |
| Sodium 1017mg | 42% |
| Potassium 489mg | 14% |
| Total Carbs 17.33g | 5% |
| Dietary Fiber 1.6g | 5% |
| Sugars 5.41g | 4% |
| Protein 27.59g | 44% |
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