THAI GAI YANG CHICKEN

Thai Gai Yang Chicken image

Provided by @MakeItYours

Number Of Ingredients 15

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
2 tbsp lemongrass paste
6 cloves garlic (smashed and minced)
2 tbsp fresh lime juice
2 tsp red chili flakes
3 tbsp fish sauce
2 tbsp Chinese cooking wine (sherry or sake)
1 tsp sesame oil
2 tbsp brown sugar
2 tbsp honey
1/2 tsp white pepper
Lime wedges
1 tsp sesame seeds
Red Fresno or Jalapeño chile (finely sliced)
Cilantro leaves

Steps:

Whisk together the marinade ingredients. Add the chicken to a Ziploc bag and pour in marinade. Massage to spread the marinade over all the chicken and marinate for 45 minutes tops.
Get grill to medium high (350°F). Remove chicken from the marinade and set aside.
Cook the chicken for 3-4 minutes each side. Baste with marinade before turning. (SEE NOTES for grilling times).
Remove from grill and allow to rest for a few minutes before garnishing with sesame seeds, fresh chiles, cilantro and serve with lime wedges and steamed rice.