Authentic Thai Ginger Chicken Recipe (Gai Pad King)
Make this Thai ginger chicken recipe (gai pad king) in one pan in just 20 minutes! A healthy stir fry with tender chicken and bold, delicious sauce.
Ingredients
- 2 tablespoons oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 3 chilies, chopped, add to taste
- 7 oz or 1 cup chicken, thinly sliced, breast or thighs
- 3 tbsp ginger, thinly sliced
- 1/4 cup dried cloud ear mushrooms, soak before using
- 1/2 cup green onions, chopped into 1-inch sized pieces
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 1/2 tablespoon white sugar
- 1/2 tablespoon soybean paste
- 1/2 teaspoon white pepper
- 1/2 tablespoon golden mountain sauce
Instructions
- Place a pan on medium-high heat and add oil. Stir-fry the minced garlic and sliced chilies in the pan until they become fragrant, about 20 seconds.
- Add the chicken slices to the pan. Continue to stir-fry until the chicken is fully cooked.
- Add white sugar, soybean paste, golden mountain sauce, oyster sauce, and white pepper into the pan. Ensure each piece of chicken is well-coated with the stir-fry sauce.
- Finally, add the ginger, mushrooms, and green onions to the pan. Toss everything together to mix well. Serve hot and enjoy!
Notes
- Use the nutrition card in this recipe as a guideline.
- Serve with jasmine rice or noodles.
- Customize with your favorite protein / vegetables.
Calories: 707kcal | Carbohydrates: 38g | Protein: 31g | Fat: 50g | Saturated Fat: 8g | Polyunsaturated Fat: 13g | Monounsaturated Fat: 26g | Trans Fat: 0.2g | Cholesterol: 101mg | Sodium: 806mg | Potassium: 1074mg | Fiber: 5g | Sugar: 17g | Vitamin A: 1973IU | Vitamin C: 210mg | Calcium: 97mg | Iron: 4mg
