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Fresh Thai Larb Gai Recipe Easy Homemade Minced Chicken Salad with Toasted Rice

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A quick and easy Thai minced chicken salad featuring toasted rice powder, fresh herbs, and a tangy, spicy flavor perfect for light meals or entertaining.

Ingredients

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  • 1 pound (450g) ground chicken breast or thigh
  • 2 tablespoons toasted rice powder
  • Juice of 2 medium limes (about 3 tablespoons)
  • 2 to 3 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 2 to 3 Thai bird’s eye chilies, finely chopped
  • 2 small shallots, thinly sliced
  • A handful each of fresh mint leaves, cilantro, and green onions, roughly chopped
  • Pinch of sugar (optional)
  • Toasted chili flakes (optional)

Instructions

  1. Toast 1/4 cup (45g) sticky rice in a dry skillet over medium heat, stirring constantly for 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown and aromatic. Remove and cool.
  2. Grind the toasted rice into a coarse powder using a mortar and pestle or spice grinder.
  3. Heat a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Add the minced chicken and cook, breaking apart with a wooden spoon, until fully cooked and no longer pink, about 6 to 8 minutes. Do not add oil.
  4. Drain any excess liquid from the pan. Transfer chicken to a large bowl and let cool for 5 minutes.
  5. While chicken cools, finely slice shallots, chop chilies, and roughly chop mint, cilantro, and green onions.
  6. Add shallots, chilies, herbs, and toasted rice powder to the chicken bowl.
  7. Pour in lime juice and fish sauce. Add a pinch of sugar if desired. Toss gently but thoroughly.
  8. Taste and adjust seasoning with more lime, fish sauce, or chili as preferred.
  9. Serve immediately, garnished with extra mint leaves or fresh chili slices if desired.

Notes

Toast rice carefully to avoid burning for the best nutty flavor. Let the chicken cool slightly before mixing with herbs to prevent wilting. Adjust chili heat to taste. Best served fresh but can be chilled briefly. Leftovers keep up to 24 hours refrigerated.

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Keywords: Thai larb gai, minced chicken salad, toasted rice powder, Thai salad, spicy chicken salad, fresh herbs, quick Thai recipe

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