Ping Kai

Ping Kai
Laos
⏱ — min. Serves: —

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds (900g) chicken thighs or drumsticks, bone-in and skinless
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 thumb-sized piece of ginger, minced
  • 1 tablespoon turmeric powder
  • 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon paprika (optional, for extra color)
  • 1-2 tablespoons lime juice (to taste)
  • Fresh cilantro and lime wedges for garnish

Instructions

Marinate the Chicken

Prepare Marinade

In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, fish sauce, oyster sauce, brown sugar, vegetable oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, turmeric powder, black pepper, and paprika (if using). Mix well.

Marinate Chicken

Add the chicken pieces to the marinade and coat thoroughly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.

Grill the Chicken

Preheat Grill

Preheat your grill to medium-high heat.

Grill Chicken

Remove the chicken from the marinade and place it on the grill. Grill for about 6-8 minutes per side, or until the chicken is cooked through and has a nice char. Baste with the marinade occasionally for extra flavor.

Serve

Garnish

Remove the chicken from the grill and let it rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and lime wedges.

Serve

Enjoy your meal!