Vietnamese
Vietnamese - Rice Dishes
Kaffir Lime Leaves Rice Dish
Chef's Menu Description
Fragrant grains expertly cooked with seasonal aromatics, fresh herbs, and rich stock for a satisfying, flavourful centerpiece.
Ingredients
- • 2 cups jasmine rice
- • 400g chicken thighs, cut into bite-size pieces
- • 8 kaffir lime leaves, finely shredded
- • 3 shallots, sliced
- • 4 cloves garlic, minced
- • 3 tbsp fish sauce
- • 1 tbsp brown sugar
- • 1/2 tsp ground white pepper
- • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Rinse and drain the rice. Shred the kaffir lime leaves and cut the chicken into bite-size pieces.
2
Phase 2
In a rice cooker, add the rice with 2 cups of water, lay 4 shredded kaffir lime leaves on top, and cook until done.
3
Phase 3
Heat oil in a wok and fry the shallots and garlic until golden and fragrant.
4
Phase 4
Add the chicken and stir-fry until the edges turn golden, then season with fish sauce, sugar, and white pepper.
5
Phase 5
Lower the heat, stir in the remaining kaffir lime leaves, cover, and steam for 5 minutes.
6
Phase 6
Fluff the rice, top with the kaffir lime chicken, and serve warm.