VIETNAMESE STICKY CHICKEN WITH DAIKON AND CARROT PICKLE

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Categories     Chicken     Poultry     Vegetable     Marinate     Carrot     Radish     Brine     Grill/Barbecue     Gourmet

Yield Makes 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 17

For chicken
2 garlic cloves, minced
3 tablespoons sugar
1 1/2 tablespoons Asian fish sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons vegetable oil
1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
1 1/2 teaspoons Sriracha or other Asian hot chile sauce
1 1/2 lb skinless boneless chicken breasts, cut crosswise into 1/4-inch-thick slices
For pickle
2 medium carrots, peeled
1/2 lb daikon radish, peeled
1/2 cup rice vinegar (not seasoned)
1/4 cup sugar
1 teaspoon salt
Accompaniments: at least 8 large red- or green-leaf lettuce leaves; about 8 fresh mint, basil, and/or cilantro sprigs; Sriracha or other Asian hot chile sauce
Special Equipment
a Japanese Benriner* or other adjustable-blade slicer; a well-seasoned ridged grill pan

Steps:

  • Marinate chicken:
  • Whisk together garlic, sugar, fish sauce, oil, lime juice, and hot sauce in a large bowl until sugar is dissolved. Add chicken and toss to coat, then marinate 15 minutes.
  • Make pickle while chicken marinates:
  • Cut carrots and radish into 1/8-inch-thick matchsticks (2 inches long) with slicer. Whisk together vinegar, sugar, and salt in a bowl until sugar is dissolved, then add vegetables and toss to combine. Let stand, tossing occasionally, until wilted, about 15 minutes.
  • Grill chicken:
  • Heat grill pan over moderately high heat until hot, then grill chicken in 4 batches, turning over once with tongs, until just cooked through, about 1 minute total per batch. Transfer chicken to a plate as grilled and keep warm, covered with foil. Serve with pickle and accompaniments.
  • *Available at Asian markets, cookware shops, and Uwajimaya (800-889-1928).

Michael Moore
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This chicken is a great way to impress your guests. It's sure to be a hit!


Hellen Oduor
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I love the fact that this dish is healthy and flavorful. It's a great way to get your vegetables in.


SIT Gaming
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This chicken is perfect for a party or potluck. It's easy to make ahead of time and it always gets rave reviews.


David Setsomelo
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I'm so happy I found this recipe! It's now one of my favorite chicken dishes.


Faisal Fayyaz
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This dish is a great way to introduce Vietnamese cuisine to your friends and family.


Lil Smâçk
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I love the way the daikon and carrot pickle adds a bit of sweetness and crunch to the dish.


md Jomir
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This chicken is perfect for a weeknight meal. It's quick and easy to make, and it's always a hit with my family.


Kshsjs Jshs
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I'm so glad I found this recipe. It's a great way to use up leftover chicken.


Kristy Blackmon
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This recipe is a keeper! I will definitely be making it again and again.


Pat McCostlin
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I made this dish last night and it was delicious! The chicken was moist and flavorful, and the sauce was perfect.


Rafeeq khan Rafeeq khan
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This chicken was a hit with my family! Everyone loved it.


Agam Fraid
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I love the simplicity of this recipe. It's easy to follow and the ingredients are easy to find. The chicken turned out great!


Satis Das
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This chicken dish was amazing! The combination of flavors was perfect, and the chicken was so tender and juicy. I will definitely be making this again.