Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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2
servings
400 g

Chicken thigh meat

2 tbsp

Fish sauce

1 tbsp

Oyster sauce

1 clove

Garlic

grated

1 tbsp

Honey

1 tbsp

Sake

1 dash

Coarsely ground pepper

1 dash

Coriander

optional

1 dash

Lemongrass

optional

Step 1
~32 min

Grate the garlic.

Step 2
~32 min

Combine grated garlic, fish sauce, oyster sauce, honey, sake, coriander (if using), lemongrass (if using), and pepper in a bowl to create the marinade.

Step 3
~32 min

Place chicken in a bowl or container.

Step 4
~32 min

Pour the marinade over the chicken, ensuring it's evenly coated.

Step 5
~32 min

Cover the chicken and marinade.

Step 6
~32 min

Refrigerate and marinate the chicken overnight (or at least 7 hours).

Step 7
~32 min

Preheat the oven to 200°C (392°F).

Step 8
~32 min

Place the marinated chicken skin-side down on a baking sheet or in a baking dish.

Key Technique: Baking
Step 9
~32 min

Bake for approximately 20 minutes, or until the chicken is golden brown and cooked through.

Step 10
~32 min

Remove the chicken from the oven.

Step 11
~32 min

Let it cool slightly before handling.

Step 12
~32 min

Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.

Step 13
~32 min

Transfer the cut chicken pieces to a serving plate.

Step 14
~32 min

Serve immediately with your choice of vegetables.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the chicken for at least 4 hours, or preferably overnight, for maximum flavor.

Adjust the amount of honey to your desired level of sweetness.

For a smoky flavor, grill the chicken instead of baking it.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Marinate chicken up to 24 hours in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice and stir-fried vegetables.

Offer a side of peanut sauce for dipping.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Sticky rice
Green papaya salad (Som Tum)

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Thailand

Cultural Significance

Gai Yang is a popular street food and restaurant dish in Thailand.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Family gatherings
Casual celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight dinner
Casual gathering
Party food

Popularity Score

75/100

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