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Ga Kho Nam Recipe

Gà Kho Nấm Recipe (Vietnamese Braised Chicken with Mushrooms)

Aromatic and flavorful, that's what gà kho nấm (Vietnamese braised chicken with mushrooms) can bring to you! These instructions are packed with tips, so you won’t have difficulty creating it!
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Keyword: Gà Kho Nấm, Vietnamese Braised Chicken with Mushrooms
Level of Difficulty: Easy
Dietary Preference: Dairy-Free, Gluten-free, Keto, Low Carb
Prep Time: 30 minutes
Cook Time: 45 minutes
Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 773kcal

Equipment

  • Pot
  • Wooden Stirring Spoon
  • Eco-friendly disposable plastic gloves
  • A Mixing Bowl with Lid/Zip Bag
  • Knife
  • Chopping Board

Ingredients

Main Ingredients:

  • 2.65 pounds of chicken thighs or wings
  • 7.05 ounces of straw mushrooms
  • 0.35 ounces of dried wood-ear mushrooms
  • 0.53 ounces of shallots and garlic
  • 0.53 ounces of ginger
  • 4 lemongrass stalks
  • Chili pepper

Spices:

  • 1 teaspoon ground pepper
  • 1 teaspoon red pepper powder
  • 1 teaspoon sugar
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon soup powder
  • 1 tablespoon dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
  • 1 ½ tablespoon fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons olive oil
  • 4 ounces of water
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Instructions 

  • Clean the wood-ear mushrooms thoroughly, soak them for 15-20 minutes, and cut them into thin strips.
    Julienne ginger and finely chop shallots, garlic, chili pepper, and lemongrass.
    Spare some lemongrass stalks and cut them diagonally for the garnish later.
    Clean the straw mushrooms and slice them in half.
    Ga Kho Nam Step 1 Prepare
  • Marinate your chicken with all ingredients in the spice part except water and olive oil. Leave the meat in the marinade for 30 minutes or more.
    Ga Kho Nam Step 2 Marinate1
  • Afterward, in a pot, sauté shallots and minced garlic with olive oil. Stir in ginger, chili pepper, and lemongrass until fragrant.
    Ga Kho Nam Step 3 Braise Chicken1
  • Add marinated chicken and keep sautéing for 3-4 minutes. Pour in water and stir well.
    Ga Kho Nam Step 3 Braise Chicken2
  • Close the lid and simmer for 30 minutes over medium-low flame.
    Ga Kho Nam Step 3 Braise Chicken3
  • Remove the lids and add straw and wood-ear mushrooms. Cook for 10 minutes. Season to taste.
    Ga Kho Nam Step 3 Braise Chicken4
  • Spoon your chicken onto a plate. Garnish it with chili pepper slices, lemongrass, and scallions.
    Ga Kho Nam Step 3 Braise Chicken5

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Notes

  • The cooking time is calculated depending on 4 servings.
  • Free-range chicken is more suitable for this dish due to its leaner meat.
  • Bone-in chicken also makes this dish more flavorful. Also, since the bones contain collagen, the sauce will thicken quicker.
  • Feel free to use other mushrooms like shiitake or button ones.
  • This recipe is highly adjustable. You can adjust the amount of seasonings or the sauce’s texture to your liking.
  • The cooking will change depending on your chosen chicken. Regular chicken takes less time than free-range ones. Make sure to check your meat every 30 minutes.

Nutrition

Calories: 773kcal | Carbohydrates: 8g | Protein: 58g | Fat: 56g | Saturated Fat: 15g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 11g | Monounsaturated Fat: 24g | Trans Fat: 1g | Cholesterol: 232mg | Sodium: 1713mg | Potassium: 603mg | Fiber: 2g | Sugar: 2g | Vitamin A: 654IU | Vitamin C: 3mg | Calcium: 55mg | Iron: 4mg