"Charles Phan simplified Vietnamese kho, braising in a fish-sauced based caramel. This black pepper caramelized chicken is fast, flavorful and pantry-friendly...."
INGREDIENTS
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1 pound skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
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1 tablespoon canola oil, divided
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Kosher salt
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1/2 cup dark brown sugar
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1/4 cup fish sauce (nam pla)
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1/4 cup water
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3 tablespoons rice vinegar
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1 shallot, thinly sliced
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1 teaspoon one-inch piece of fresh ginger, julienned (or more)
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1 teaspoon minced garlic
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2 fresh Thai chiles, halved, or dried red chiles
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1 teaspoon coarsely ground black pepper
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4 cilantro sprigs (optional)
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Steamed jasmine rice for serving