Xoi Ga

Name: Xoi Ga
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 50 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients: 2 cups glutinous rice, soaked; 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs; 6 shallots, thinly sliced; 4 scallions, chopped; 1/4 cup vegetable oil; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 1 tsp salt

A traditional Vietnamese dish featuring tender sticky rice topped with poached chicken, crispy fried shallots, and savory scallion oil.

50 minMediumServes 4480 cal/serving

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Ingredients

2 cups glutinous rice, soaked
1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs
6 shallots, thinly sliced
4 scallions, chopped
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tbsp soy sauce
1 tsp salt

Instructions

1

In a steamer, steam 2 cups soaked glutinous rice over boiling water for 25 minutes until translucent and tender.
2

Poach 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs in simmering water for 15 minutes until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
3

Shred cooked boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.
4

Heat 1/4 cup vegetable oil in a skillet and fry 6 thinly sliced shallots over medium heat until golden and crisp.
5

Pour hot oil over 4 chopped scallions and 1 tsp salt in a bowl to create scallion oil.
6

Divide steamed glutinous rice into bowls, top with shredded boneless chicken thighs, fried shallots, scallion oil, and a drizzle of 2 tbsp soy sauce.

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Questions

How long does Xoi Ga take?

As written, 50 minutes: 20 of prep and 30 of cooking. The longest single stretch is the hands-off wait in step 1, 25 minutes.

What internal temperature should Xoi Ga reach?

For Xoi Ga, the target internal temperature is 165 F (about 75 C), given in step 2. A probe thermometer removes the guesswork.

Is there a substitute for shallots in Xoi Ga?

The entry for Xoi Ga calls for 6 shallots, thinly sliced. In its place: Use half as much yellow or red onion plus a small clove of garlic.

Can I use chicken breasts instead of chicken thighs in Xoi Ga?

Yes, with care. Breasts dry out sooner: pull them at 165 F, which usually means a few minutes less than the thighs would take. As written, the entry for Xoi Ga uses 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs.

Does Xoi Ga contain soy?

Yes: 2 tbsp soy sauce. The full allergen list for this entry is gluten and soy. Packaged ingredients vary by brand, so check labels if the allergy is serious.

How do I store and reheat Xoi Ga?

Refrigerate what is left of Xoi Ga within two hours and eat it within three days. Reheat gently on the stovetop. The grain firms up as it chills; add a spoonful of water before reheating.

Serve it with

Dua Chua side
Goi Ga salad
Bun Oc soup
Vietnamese Iced Coffee drink

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