Best 2 Lemongrass Steamed Chicken Recipes

Lemongrass steamed chicken is a healthy and flavorful dish that is perfect for a quick and easy weeknight meal. The combination of lemongrass, ginger, and garlic creates a fragrant and aromatic broth that infuses the chicken with flavor. This dish can be easily made in a steamer basket or on a stovetop, and it is sure to please everyone at the table.

Here are our top 2 tried and tested recipes!

STEAMED CHICKEN WITH LEMONGRASS AND GINGER

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Make and share this Steamed Chicken With Lemongrass and Ginger recipe from Food.com.

Provided by MarraMamba

Categories Poultry

Time 1h

Yield 2 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 9

Ingredients

2 stalks lemongrass
1 garlic clove, finely sliced
1 teaspoon fresh gingerroot, grated
1 pinch salt & freshly ground black pepper
2 boneless skinless chicken breasts
250 g broccoli florets
1/2 teaspoon cornflour, mixed with
2 tablespoons cold water
1/4 cup toasted almond

Steps:

Mix the lemon grass, garlic and ginger together, season with salt and freshly ground black pepper and rub over the chicken. Leave to marinate for 20 minutes.
Put just enough water into a steamer or pan and place the rack or steamer basket on top. Place the chicken and seasoning inside, cover and steam for 15-20 minutes.
Scatter over the broccoli florets and cook for another two minutes. Remove the steamer tray and set aside.
Whilst cooking the fragrant chicken juices should have dripped down into the water to make a stock and evaporated to leave approximately a glass full of liquid (about 80-100ml - if you find you have too much liquid, bring to a fast boil and reduce).
Thicken the stock with cornflour and season if necessary.
To serve, arrange the chicken on a plate and scatter over the broccoli, and toasted almonds then drizzle with the sauce. Serve with steamed rice.

LEMONGRASS-STEAMED CHICKEN

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The simplest and easiest way to infuse the flavor of lemongrass into chicken. A southeast Asian recipe from Mark Bittman.

Provided by susie cooks

Categories Poultry

Time 45m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 7

Ingredients

8 chicken thighs, trimmed of excess fat
salt and pepper
3 tablespoons grapeseed oil or 3 tablespoons other neutral oil
6 stalks lemongrass, trimmed, halved lengthwise, and smashed
3 tablespoons soy sauce
lime wedge
chopped cilantro

Steps:

Sprinkle the chicken with salt and pepper.
Put oil in a deep skillet over medium high heat.
Spread the lemongrass in the skillet.
Cover.
When lemongrass begins to fry and is fragrant, place the chicken, skin side down over the lemongrass.
Turn the heat to medium, cover.
Cook, turning and basting with the soy sauce every 10 minutes or so until the chicken is cooked through, about 30 minutes.
Discard the lemongrass and serve the chicken with lime wedges and cilantro.

Tips:

Make sure to use fresh lemongrass for the best flavor. Cut the lemongrass into thin slices to release its aroma fully.
You can use a steamer basket or a colander placed over a pot of boiling water.
Start with a high temperature to bring the water to a boil quickly, then reduce the heat to a simmer to gently steam the chicken.
The cooking time will vary depending on the thickness of the chicken breasts. Check for doneness by inserting a meat thermometer into the thickest part of the chicken. The internal temperature should reach 165°F (74°C).
Serve the steamed chicken immediately with your favorite dipping sauce or marinade.

Conclusion:

Lemongrass steamed chicken is a healthy and flavorful dish perfect for any occasion. It's simple to make and can be easily customized to your liking. With just a few ingredients, you can create a delicious and aromatic meal.