Larb Gai Tod (Fried Chicken Larb Recipe)

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Larb gai tod is a crispy Thai fried chicken salad tossed in a punchy lime dressing with fresh herbs and chili. I usually make it as part of a bigger meal, and itโ€™s always the first dish to disappear from the table!

Larb gai tod, a Thai crispy chicken salad, topped with herbs and shallots, served with fresh cabbage and greens on the side.

Tip: You can use the dressing in this recipe to make different versions of laab. Swap the fried chicken for cooked ground beef, pork, or even unfried chicken for a lighter, healthier version!

Why you’ll love fried chicken larb

  • Great for using up fried chicken leftovers: This recipe came to life after I had fried chicken for lunch and needed to use up the extra; turns out, itโ€™s the perfect base for larb salad!
  • Traditional flavors: The dressing tastes just like what you’d get in Thailand, with the classic balance of salty, sour, slightly sweet, and as spicy as you like.
  • Customizable for kids (or picky eaters): You can skip the chilies for a kid-friendly version, or swap the chicken for duck, pork, or even tofu.
  • A Thai street food twist: This salad is everywhere in Thailand, but this crispy chicken isnโ€™t as common, which makes it extra fun to make at home!

Crispy Thai fried chicken larb (larb gai tod) served on a woven tray with fresh herbs, cabbage, long beans, and red chili.

Ingredient notes

Youโ€™ll find all the ingredients at your local Asian market or grocery store. Scroll down to the recipe card for exact measurements!


Top-view of ingredients for larb gai tod: shallots, lime, fish sauce, mint, green onions, fried chicken, sugar, chili flakes, and toasted rice powder.
  • Fried chicken – Use my recipe for crispy Thai chicken or make your own. Both chicken breasts and boneless thighs work well.
  • Fresh lime juice
  • White sugar
  • Fish sauce – My favorite brand is Megachef.
  • Toasted rice powder – Adds nutty flavor and texture. You can make it by grinding pan-toasted glutinous rice or buy it online.
  • Thai chili flakes – Adjust to your spice level. Make them fresh by pounding dried Thai chilies in a mortar and pestle.
  • Cilantro
  • Shallots
  • Mint

How to make larb gai tod

Step 1: Thinly slice the shallots and cut the fried chicken into bite-sized pieces. You can use leftover chicken or freshly made.

Fried chicken sliced on a wooden cutting board.

Step 2: In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the dressing of lime juice, fish sauce, white sugar, toasted rice powder, and chili flakes. Taste and adjust as needed to get that perfect balance of salty, sour, and sweet.

Salad dressing in a glass cup.

Step 3: Add the sliced shallots, chopped mint, coriander, and fried chicken to the bowl. Toss gently until everything is coated in the dressing.

Larb gai tod preparation in salad bowl.

To serve: Serve immediately with jasmine rice or sticky rice, and a side of fresh vegetables like cucumbers, yard long beans, or lettuce wraps.

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Larb Gai Tod (Fried Chicken Larb Recipe)

Larb gai tod, a Thai crispy chicken salad, topped with herbs and shallots, served with fresh cabbage and greens on the side.
Larb gai tod is a Thai crispy chicken salad mixed with fresh herbs, a tangy lime dressing, and chili. Itโ€™s simple to make and great with rice.
Praew
Prep Time 5 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Cuisine Asian, Thai
Course Main Course, Salad
Serving Size 2 people

Equipment

Ingredients

  • 50 g shallots, thin slices
  • 250 g fried chicken, see notes
  • 1/2 small lime
  • 15 ml fish sauce
  • 7 g sugar
  • 7 g toasted rice powder
  • 2 g dried chili flakes, to taste
  • 5 g cilantro, chopped
  • 5 g mint, chopped

Instructions

  • Slice your shallots into fine pieces. Slice the fried chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  • In a large mixing bowl, combine lime juice, fish sauce, white sugar, toasted rice powder, and dried chili flakes.
    1/2 small lime, 15 ml fish sauce, 7 g sugar, 7 g toasted rice powder, 2 g dried chili flakes
  • Finally, add the chopped shallots, coriander, mint, and your crispy fried chicken. Toss gently with a spoon to coat the chicken with the dressing. Serve immediately with rice.
    50 g shallots, 5 g cilantro, 5 g mint, 250 g fried chicken

Notes

  • Use the nutrition card in this recipe as a guideline.
  • Fried chicken โ€“ Learn how to make fried Thai chickenย or use any leftovers you have. Choose chicken breasts or chicken thighs!
Calories: 326kcal | Carbohydrates: 14.2g | Protein: 35g | Fat: 10.9g | Saturated Fat: 3g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 0.2g | Monounsaturated Fat: 0.4g | Sodium: 728mg | Potassium: 195mg | Fiber: 3g | Sugar: 3.4g | Vitamin A: 415IU | Vitamin C: 8mg | Calcium: 46mg | Iron: 1mg

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2 Comments

  1. 5 stars
    i had a meal similar to this in brookyn at maomao thai and i couldn’t stop thinking about it ever since. i made it with some leftover chicken tenders i had and it came together so easily. i ended up making my own toasted rice powder and that was probably the hardest part since i don’t have a food processor or a mortar & pestle (i used a pot and a mug lol). but i made a ton of the dressing in advance and put the shallots into it to pickle them along with the dressing and it turned out perfect. i served it on a bed of cabbage and carrots to add some more body and roughage to the meal. sooooo unbelievably good and just like the one i ate in brooklyn. thank you for this recipe! a great use for leftover chicken that feels a little more balanced and healthy.

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