How to Make Thai Chicken Larb - A Step-by-Step Guide

Thai Chicken Larb is a popular dish in Thailand that is made with ground chicken, fresh herbs, and savory spices. It is a flavorful and refreshing meal that is perfect for warm weather or any time you are craving a taste of Thailand. This dish is also known as "Laab Gai" and is a staple in Thai cuisine, often served at street stalls, marketplaces, and restaurants throughout the country.

The key to making a delicious Thai Chicken Larb is using a balance of bold flavors such as fish sau...

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Ingredients

  • 1 pound ground chicken (preferably white meat)
  • 1 red onion, halved and thinly sliced
  • ¼ cup sliced scallions (mostly white parts)
  • 1 lime, juiced
  • 2 tablespoons chopped fresh cilantro
  • 1 tablespoon finely chopped fresh mint (Optional)
  • 2 teaspoons minced fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon lemongrass paste (Optional)
  • 1 teaspoon fish sauce, or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper flakes, or more to taste
  • 1 teaspoon sea salt

Information

  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 10 mins
  • Total Time: 30 mins
  • Servings: 4
  • Yield: 4 servings

  • Heat a large skillet over medium heat. Add chicken. Cook and stir until chicken is broken into little pieces, about 5 minutes. Add red onion and scallions. Continue to cook and break up the chicken until browned, about 2 minutes. Add cilantro, mint, ginger, lemon grass, fish sauce, and red pepper flakes. Cook and stir until flavors blend, about 3 minutes more. Season with sea salt.
  • Nutrition

    165 cal.

    • Total Fat: 4g
    • Saturated Fat: 1g
    • Cholesterol: 69mg
    • Sodium: 595mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 2g
    • Protein: 26g
    • Vitamin C: 9mg
    • Calcium: 32mg
    • Iron: 7mg
    • Potassium: 318mg