CHICKEN IN CARAMEL SAUCE

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This is a yummy asian recipe that my aunt, who is vietamese, gave to me.She knew that I always love her food.The ingredients are long,but it doesn't take long to make.The fish sauce can be found at most grocery stores by the asian food aisle.

Provided by beckerd

Categories     One Dish Meal

Time 40m

Yield 4-6 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/2 cup dark brown sugar, packed
1/4 cup water
1/4 cup fish sauce
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
1 teaspoon garlic, minced
1 teaspoon soy sauce
1 teaspoon slivered ginger
1 teaspoon ground black pepper
2 small Thai chiles, broken in half
1 tablespoon canola oil
1 shallot, sliced
1 3/4 lbs dark chicken meat, skinless, boneless, cut into pieces
1/4 lb white chicken meat, skinless, boneless, cut into pieces
cilantro, for garnishing

Steps:

  • Combine the brown sugar,water,fish sauce, rice vinegar,garlic,soy sauce,ginger,black pepper,and chiles in a small bowl.
  • Mix well.Set aside.
  • Heat the oil in a large pot over high heat.
  • Add the shallot and saute until brown,about 5 minutes.
  • Add the chicken and saute about 5 minutes or until slightly browned.
  • Add the sauce mixture and bring to a boil.
  • Turn the heat down to medium.
  • Cook until liquid is reduced by half,about 12 minutes,stirring occasionaly.
  • Serve chicken over steamed white rice.
  • Garnish with sprigs of cilantro.

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