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Gai Pad King (stir-fried chicken with ginger) with recipe

By Editorial
Posted in Food and drink, Bikes, Thai recipes
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January 16 2024

Today's dish: Gai Pad King (stir-fried chicken with ginger) ไก่ ผัด ขิง Gai Pad King is an originally Chinese dish that is popular in Thailand and Laos. The dish contains stir-fried chicken from the wok and various vegetables such as mushrooms and peppers. The defining ingredient is sliced ​​ginger (king) which gives the dish a very characteristic taste. Other ingredients in this dish are soy sauce and onion. It is served with rice.

Sometimes large amounts of ginger can be bitter, but this dish uses young ginger that has been soaked in water first. This makes the ginger less dominant and the taste of Gai Pad Kink is mainly slightly sweet with just a hint of bitterness.

Origin and history

  • Cultural influences: Gai Pad King reflects the influences of both Chinese and Thai cuisine. The technique of stir-frying is typically Chinese, while the combination of ingredients and spices is clearly Thai.
  • Historical development: This dish originated at a time when Chinese influence in Thailand was strong, especially in the culinary field. The early versions would have been simpler, evolving over time into today's more complex dish.

Particularities

  • Ginger: As the name indicates, ginger (King in Thai) is one of the main ingredients. Ginger is known for its medicinal properties and gives the dish a sharp, spicy taste.
  • Chicken: Chicken (Gai) is the main protein in this dish. It is common to use chicken breast, but some varieties also use chicken thighs for extra juiciness.
  • Fresh ingredients: In addition to ginger and chicken, fresh vegetables such as onion, spring onion, and mushrooms are often added.
  • Sauce: A combination of soy sauce, oyster sauce, and sometimes fish sauce is used to add depth and umami to the dish.

Flavor profiles

  • Sharp and spicy: The ginger provides a characteristic sharp and slightly spicy taste.
  • Sweet and salt: The sauce provides a balance of sweet and salty, which is typical of many Thai dishes.
  • Complex aroma: The combination of ginger, garlic, and the sauce creates a complex and inviting aroma.
  • Textural contrast: The crispiness of the vegetables and the tenderness of the chicken provide a pleasant contrast in textures.

Cultural significance

Gai Pad King is not only a culinary highlight, but it also reflects Thailand's cultural melting pot. The integration of foreign influences with local ingredients and flavors is a hallmark of Thai cuisine, and Gai Pad King is a perfect example of this.

The dish is not only popular in Thailand, but has also found a following worldwide. Gai Pad King is often offered in Thai restaurants around the world, showcasing the versatility and rich flavors of Thai cuisine.

Variations

Variations of Gai Pad King can be found in different regions of Thailand. Some cooks add additional ingredients such as red or green peppers for more heat, or a little palm sugar for sweetness. The proportions of soy sauce, oyster sauce and fish sauce can also vary, leading to subtle differences in taste and aroma.

Modern interpretations

Modern chefs have sometimes put their own spin on Gai Pad King, such as adding other spices or serving it with alternative side dishes such as noodles or another type of rice. These innovations testify to the dynamism and adaptability of Thai cuisine.

The dish is easy to make yourself: www.thailandblog.nl/eten-drinken/thaise-roerbakken-kip-met-ginger-gai-pad-khing-video/

Recipe Gai Pad King (stir fried chicken with ginger)

Gai Pad khing is a Thai chicken dish with ginger and vegetables. This is a recipe for 4 people:

Ingredients:

  • 500 grams chicken fillet, cut into cubes
  • 1 garlic clove, minced
  • 2 tablespoons of oil
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 1/2 red bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 green bell pepper, diced
  • 1/2 onion, cut into rings
  • 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
  • 1 tablespoon of fish sauce
  • 2 tablespoons of sugar
  • 250 ml chicken
  • 250 grams of cooked jasmine rice

Preparation method:

  1. Heat the oil in a wok or large pan and fry the chicken fillet on both sides until golden brown. Remove the chicken from the pan and set aside.
  2. In the same pan add the garlic, ginger, onion and peppers and cook for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are softened.
  3. Add the sweet soy sauce, sweet chilli sauce, fish sauce and sugar and stir well.
  4. Add the chicken stock and let it boil for 5 minutes.
  5. Add the chicken and let it cook for another 5 minutes.
  6. Add the jasmine rice and mix well.
  7. Serve the dish in individual plates and garnish with some finely chopped coriander.

Enjoy!

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1 response to “Gai Pad King (stir-fried chicken with ginger) with recipe”

  1. Jack S says up
    4 January 2023 at 22: 14

    I used to not like ginger, but since a year or two I got a taste for it. My wife makes it occasionally and it's delicious!


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