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title: Gà Kho Sả Ớt (Lemongrass Chili Caramel Chicken)
servings: 4
prep time: 10 minutes
cook time: 25 minutes
source: https://mycibora.com/recipes/ga-kho-sa-ot-lemongrass-chili-caramel-chicken
---

Gather @chicken thigh{700%g}, @red chili{2}, @vegetable oil{1%tbsp} and @black pepper{0.5%tsp}.

Melt the @sugar{3%tbsp} with the oil in a skillet over medium heat until it turns a deep amber, swirling the pan rather than stirring. ~{4%minutes}

Add the @lemongrass{2%stalk}, @garlic{4%clove} and minced chili and stir 30 seconds until fragrant.

Add the chicken pieces and toss to coat in the caramel until they start to color, about 3 minutes. ~{3%minutes}

Pour in the @fish sauce{3%tbsp} and @water{150%ml}, bring to a simmer, then cover and cook 15 minutes. ~{15%minutes}

Uncover and simmer 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce reduces to a thick, dark glaze. ~{5%minutes}

Scatter with sliced chili, @spring onion{2} and the remaining pepper and serve with rice.