Thai Style Chicken Mince and Rice: Why You'll Love This Recipe
This Thai Style Chicken Mince and Rice dish is a burst of flavour in every bite! It’s savory, slightly spicy, and perfectly balanced with sweet and tangy notes. Paired with fluffy coconut rice, this meal will transport you straight to the streets of Thailand, all from the comfort of your kitchen. 🌏🍽️
Tips and Tricks for the Perfect Thai Style Chicken Mince and Rice 🍽️
- Fresh Ingredients: Using fresh garlic, ginger, and green onions enhances the flavor profile significantly. Don’t skimp on these aromatics!
- Balance the Flavors: Thai cuisine is all about balancing sweet, salty, sour, and spicy. Adjust the sweet chili sauce and fish sauce to suit your taste preferences.
- High Heat Cooking: Stir-frying the chicken mince on high heat helps in getting that beautiful golden color and locks in the juices.
- Serve Immediately: This dish tastes best when served hot. The flavors are more vibrant, and the texture is spot on.
Serving and Pairing Suggestions Thai-style Chicken Mince Stir Fry
Serving Suggestions
Serve the Thai Style Chicken Mince and Rice over a bed of creamy coconut rice as an alternative. Garnish with extra fresh coriander and a wedge of lime for that zesty kick. If you’re feeling fancy, sprinkle some roasted peanuts or fried shallots on top for an added crunch.
Pairing Suggestions
- Side Dish: A fresh cucumber salad with a simple vinaigrette can balance the richness of the chicken mince.
- Drink: Pair this dish with a refreshing iced Thai tea or a cold beer to complement the flavors.
- Dessert: Finish off your meal with some mango sticky rice or coconut ice cream for a complete Thai culinary experience.
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Conclusion
There you have it, a delicious Thai Style Chicken Mince and Rice ready in just 15 minutes! This dish is not only quick and easy but also packed with authentic flavors that are sure to impress. Whether you’re cooking for yourself or for a crowd, this recipe is a surefire way to bring a taste of Thailand to your table.
Happy cooking! 🍴✨
Thai Style Chicken Mince and Rice
- Author: Steph de Sousa
- Total Time: 35
- Yield: 4 1x
Description
Hey there peeps! 🌟 Ready for another tantalizing 15-minute dinner from my series? We are up to day 3 and tonight, we’re diving into Thai-inspired flavors with some scrumptious Thai-style chicken mince. 🍗🌶️
Ingredients
Thai-style Chicken Mince
- 500g Chicken mince
- 1 tbsp crushed garlic 🧄
- 1 tbsp crushed ginger
- 2 sliced Green onions
- 1 pkt 250g dry slaw 🥬
- 1/2 bunch fine sliced Coriander 🌱
- 1/2 cup Sweet chilli 🌶️
- 2 tbsp Fish sauce 🐟
- 1/4 cup soy sauce 🧈
Coconut Rice
Instructions
Thai-style Chicken Mince
- Heat the oil: In a sizzling pan, add sesame or olive oil.
- Cook the chicken: Add the chicken mince to the pan and cook until it starts to look golden.
- Add garlic and ginger: Once the chicken is golden, add in the garlic and ginger. Stir and cook until their aroma fills your kitchen.
- Add green onions and slaw: Toss in the green onions and slaw, mixing them well with the chicken.
- Pour in the sauces: Add your trio of sauces to the pan and stir everything together.
- Final cook: Let it all cook together for another 3-5 minutes until everything is well combined and heated through.
- Serve: Your mouthwatering chicken mince is ready to devour!
But wait, we can’t have Thai-style chicken without some fluffy coconut rice! 🍚🥥
Coconut Rice
- Prepare the saucepan: Get your saucepan out and place it on the stove.
- Add the rice: Toss in the rice into the saucepan.
- Slice the lime: Quickly slice the lime and drop it into the saucepan with the rice.
- Pour in liquids: Add the creamy coconut milk, chicken stock, and water to the saucepan.
- Stir: Give everything a good stir to mix the ingredients well.
- Heat the mixture: Turn on the heat and let the mixture cook until it starts to bubble.
- Cover and simmer: Secure the lid on the saucepan, lower the flame, and let it simmer.
- Check at 12 minutes: Around the 12-minute mark, check the rice to see the magic of perfectly cooked coconut lime rice.
Serve together, and voila! A Thai feast in 15 minutes! 🥳
- Prep Time: 10
- Cook Time: 24
- Category: Recipes
- Method: Stir-Frying
- Cuisine: Australian
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! This recipe is quite versatile. You can substitute the chicken mince with turkey mince, pork mince, or even beef mince. If you’re a vegetarian, try using tofu or a plant-based mince alternative.
If you love a bit of heat, feel free to add some chopped fresh chilies or a dash of chili flakes when you add the garlic and ginger. You can also increase the amount of sweet chili sauce or add a splash of sriracha for an extra kick
Yes, you can! Simply add the rice, coconut milk, lime, chicken stock powder, and water to your rice cooker and cook according to the rice cooker’s instructions. It’s a hands-off way to ensure perfectly cooked rice every time.
Hi, I'm Steph!
I turned a lifelong passion for food into a career as a professional chef, stopping in the Masterchef kitchen along the way. My goal is to inspire everyone to learn to love cooking, using basic pantry ingredients and fresh local produce to create delicious dishes.