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Lemongrass Recipe

Aromatic and refreshing, this Lemongrass Recipe captures bright flavors and is perfect for a quick dinner or impressing guests.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main
  • 2 stalks of lemongrass trimmed and finely chopped
  • 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil
  • 1 pound of chicken breast thinly sliced
  • 1 bell pepper sliced
  • 1 onion sliced
  • 2 cloves of garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon of soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
  • 1 teaspoon of sugar
  • Fresh cilantro for garnish

Equipment

  • Sharp knife
  • Cutting board
  • Large skillet or wok
  • Measuring cups and spoons
  • Wooden spoon or spatula

Method
 

  1. Trim the ends of the lemongrass and remove the tough outer layers.
  2. Finely chop the lemongrass, garlic, onion, and bell pepper.
  3. In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat.
  4. Add the chopped lemongrass, garlic, onion, and bell pepper to the skillet. Sauté for about 2-3 minutes until fragrant and slightly softened.
  5. Stir in the sliced chicken breast and cook until no longer pink, about 5-7 minutes.
  6. Add soy sauce, fish sauce, and sugar to the mixture.
  7. Cook for another 5 minutes to allow flavors to meld together.
  8. Remove from heat and garnish with fresh cilantro before serving.

Notes

Serve with rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.