Grilled Lemongrass
Thai Thai - Grilled Dishes

Grilled Lemongrass

Est. Time: 20-30 min  •  5 Preparation Steps

Chef's Menu Description

Chargrilled over glowing charcoal embers with an authentic smoky char, served with handcrafted accompaniments and savoury reductions.

Ingredients

  • • 4 chicken thighs, bone-in
  • • 2 lemongrass stalks, tender inner core chopped
  • • 3 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 1 tbsp palm sugar
  • • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 1 tbsp coriander root, chopped
  • • 1 tsp white pepper
  • • 2 tbsp coconut milk

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Pound lemongrass, garlic, coriander root, and white pepper into a coarse paste; stir in fish sauce, palm sugar, and coconut milk.

2
Phase 2

Coat the chicken thighs thoroughly in the marinade and rest for 30 minutes.

3
Phase 3

Grill over medium charcoal or a grill pan for 12-15 minutes per side, basting with the leftover marinade.

4
Phase 4

Rest 5 minutes before carving.

5
Phase 5

Serve with sticky rice, raw cucumber, and a jaew-style chili dip.