Steamed Lemongrass
Thai Thai - Steamed Dishes

Steamed Lemongrass

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

Chef's Menu Description

A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.

Ingredients

  • • 500g chicken thighs, cut into pieces
  • • 3 stalks lemongrass, smashed and chopped
  • • 2 tbsp fish sauce
  • • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • • 1 tsp white peppercorns, crushed
  • • 2 coriander roots, pounded
  • • 2 kaffir lime leaves, torn
  • • 1 cucumber, sliced

Preparation Steps

1
Phase 1

Pound coriander roots, garlic, and peppercorns into a paste.

2
Phase 2

Rub the paste and fish sauce into the chicken pieces.

3
Phase 3

Scatter half the lemongrass on a heatproof plate and arrange the chicken on top.

4
Phase 4

Cover with the remaining lemongrass and steam over boiling water for 25-30 minutes until cooked through.

5
Phase 5

Garnish with kaffir lime leaves and serve with cucumber and jasmine rice.