Introduction to Stir-Fried Ginger Chicken (ไก่ผัดขิงสด)
Stir-Fried Ginger Chicken, known as ไก่ผัดขิงสด (Gai Pad King Sod) in Thai, is a flavorful and aromatic Thai dish that celebrates the zesty taste of fresh ginger. This enticing dish combines tender chicken, fresh ginger, and a medley of vegetables, creating a beloved Thai stir-fry.
Recipe:
Ingredients:
- Chicken breast or thigh, thinly sliced
- Fresh ginger, thinly sliced or julienned
- Garlic cloves, minced
- Thai bird’s eye chilies, thinly sliced (adjust to your preferred spice level)
- Soy sauce
- Oyster sauce
- Sugar
- Vegetable oil
- Assorted vegetables (such as bell peppers, mushrooms, and onions)
Instructions:
- In a wok or large pan, heat vegetable oil and sauté minced garlic, sliced ginger, and Thai bird’s eye chilies until fragrant.
- Add thinly sliced chicken and stir-fry until it’s cooked through.
- Stir in soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sugar to taste.
- Add assorted vegetables and continue to stir-fry until they are tender-crisp.
- Serve your delicious Stir-Fried Ginger Chicken (ไก่ผัดขิงสด) hot with steamed rice.