31/08/2025
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CHICKEN INASAL BAO
Ingredients:
2 stalks lemongrass, white part only chopped
3 tbsp atsuete oil
2 tbsp gin
¼ tsp salt
⅛ tsp pepper
1 pc small red onion, chopped
5 cloves garlic, crushed
1 kg chicken thigh fillet
Lemongrass and Spring Onion Sauce:
2 stalks lemongrass, white part only
1 cup water
¼ tsp salt
pinch of msg
pinch of pepper
½ tbsp sugar
¼ cup chopped spring onions
½ cup vegetable oil, hot
bao buns, steamed
coriander leaves
fried garlic bits
Procedure:
1. Combine lemongrass, atsuete oil, gin, salt, pepper, onions, and garlic. Rub into chicken fillets and marinate overnight or at least 1 hour.
2. In a hot cast iron pan or grill, cook the chicken for 2 minutes on each side or until fully-cooked. Set aside to slightly cool then slice.
3. To make the sauce, blend lemongrass and water for 1 minute. Strain using cheesecloth and squeeze out remaining moisture. Transfer into a bowl.
4. Add salt, msg, pepper, sugar, and spring onions. Pour hot oil over the mixture and set aside.
5. Assemble by spreading a thin layer of mayo on the bun followed by sliced chicken, sauce, coriander, and fried garlic.
