Photograph of the finished Khao man kai

Thailand · Cơm gà Khao man kai

Khao man kai

1 hr Hands-on time
MediumDifficulty
5 stepsSteps
Serves 4 Amounts follow along 4

What to get ready

  • Photograph of Whole free-range chicken Whole free-range chicken 2.6 lb
  • Photograph of Rice Rice 14.1 oz
  • Photograph of Ginger Ginger 2.8 oz
  • Photograph of Garlic Garlic 16 cloves
  • Photograph of Thai soybean paste Thai soybean paste 2.8 oz
  • Photograph of Cucumber Cucumber 2
  • Photograph of Coriander Coriander 1.4 oz
  • Photograph of Chilli Chilli 8

Method

  1. 1 Boil the chicken with crushed ginger over low heat for 30 minutes, avoiding a rolling boil to prevent the skin from cracking.
  2. 2 Remove the chicken from the boiling water and immediately immerse it in ice water to make the skin crispy, then chop it into pieces.
  3. 3 Sauté minced garlic and ginger in chicken fat, then add the rice and stir-fry until the grains are glossy.
  4. 4 Cook the rice using the chicken broth to infuse it with a sweet and rich flavor.
  5. 5 Prepare the dipping sauce: Thai soy sauce, ginger, garlic, chili peppers, and vinegar; serve with cucumber and cilantro.
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