Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken (Sa Ga) Recipe

Name: Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken (Sa Ga)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 Tablespoon Fish Sauce; 2 cloves Garlic, Minced; 2 Lemongrass, Minced; 1 teaspoon Cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoons Turmeric; 300 grams Chicken Breasts; Oil, As Needed For Cooking; 1 Small Onion, Sliced; 1 Red Bird Eye Chili, Chopped; 200 grams Green Beans, Trimmed; 1 cup Coconut Juice

Servings: persons

1
Add fish sauce, garlic, lemongrass, corn starch and turmeric to a bowl.
2
Chop the chicken into bite size pieces and add to the bowl.
3
Marinate it for at least 1 hour in the fridge.
4
Add oil to a pan or wok and fry the onions on medium heat until translucent.
5
Add chilies and stir for a few seconds.
6
Add the chicken and fry until brown on all sides.
7
Add green beans, cover the pan, and cook for 1 minute.
8
Uncover, add the coconut juice and stir.
9
Cover the pan and cook for 5 minutes.
10
Serve immediately.

168

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Feel free to swap in similar ingredients you already have on hand and adjust seasoning to taste.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 11 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 Tablespoon Fish Sauce, 2 cloves Garlic, Minced, 2 Lemongrass, Minced, 1 teaspoon Cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken (Sa Ga) falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Vietnamese Lemongrass Chicken (Sa Ga)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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