Name: Larb Gai Tod (Fried Chicken Larb Recipe) Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 25 min
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 50 g shallots, thinly sliced; 250 g fried chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces; 2 tbsp cilantro, chopped; 2 tbsp mint, chopped; ½ small lime, juiced; 1 tbsp fish sauce; 1 tbsp sugar; 1 tbsp toasted rice powder; 1 tsp dried chili flakes (adjust to taste)

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Introduction

Larb Gai Tod is a vibrant Thai-inspired dish featuring crispy fried chicken tossed in a tangy, spicy dressing. This quick recipe delivers bold flavors and fresh herbs for a satisfying meal perfect for any occasion.

The image shows a round woven basket lined with green banana leaves filled with golden-brown fried chicken pieces that are crispy and coated with spices. The chicken pieces are layered in the center and garnished with small green onion slices, red chili flakes, and finely chopped herbs. Surrounding the chicken, there are fresh vegetables including pale green cabbage at the top, bright green long beans and whole red and green chilies to the left, curly dark purple and green lettuce leaves to the right, and a handful of fresh cilantro near the bottom right. The basket is placed on a white marbled textured surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Ingredients

50 g shallots (thin slices)
250 g fried chicken

½ small lime
1 tbsp fish sauce

1 tbsp sugar
1 tbsp toasted rice powder

1 tsp dried chili flakes (to taste)
2 tbsp cilantro (chopped)
2 tbsp mint (chopped)

Instructions

Step 1: Prepare ingredients by thinly slicing the shallots and cutting the fried chicken into bite-sized pieces.
Step 2: Make the dressing by mixing lime juice, fish sauce, sugar, toasted rice powder, and chili flakes in a large bowl. Taste and adjust the seasoning as needed.
Step 3: Toss the chicken, shallots, mint, and cilantro together in the dressing until everything is gently coated.

Step 4: Serve immediately while the chicken is still slightly warm for the best flavor.

Tips & Variations

For extra crunch, add crushed roasted peanuts on top before serving.
Use grilled chicken instead of fried for a lighter version.

Adjust chili flakes to control the spice level according to your taste.
Toasting your own rice powder will add a fresher, nuttier flavor.

Storage

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 2 days. Reheat gently in a pan or enjoy at room temperature, though the dish is best served fresh to retain its crisp texture and vibrant flavors.

How to Serve

The dish is a pile of crispy golden brown fried chicken pieces in the center, each piece showing a crunchy texture dusted with red chili flakes and sesame seeds, mixed with green herbs and slices of shallots on top. Around the chicken, there is a bed of leafy vegetables including light green cabbage on the upper left, dark green and purple lettuce on the right, and green cilantro on the lower right. On the side, there are bright red and green chilies placed neatly. All of this is served in a woven basket lined with a large green leaf, placed on a white marbled surface. photo taken with an iphone --ar 4:5 --v 7

Serve this delicious recipe with your favorite sides.

FAQs

Can I use raw chicken for this recipe?

No, this recipe uses cooked fried chicken. Using raw chicken would require cooking it thoroughly before mixing with the dressing.

What is toasted rice powder?

Toasted rice powder is made by dry roasting rice grains until golden brown and then grinding them into a coarse powder. It adds a unique nutty texture and flavor to larb dishes.