Sweet and Spicy Thai Chicken

Name: Sweet and Spicy Thai Chicken
Cuisine: Thai
Ingredients: 1 large lemongrass stalk; 2 tablespoons (30 ml) neutral oil; 6 cloves garlic, minced; 2 tablespoons (30 ml) lime juice; 3 tablespoons (44 ml) fish sauce; 3 tablespoons (44 ml) soy sauce; 1 tablespoon (15 g) brown sugar; ½ tablespoon coarsely ground black pepper; 8 boneless, skinless chicken thighs; ½ small red cabbage, finely shredded on a mandolin or by hand; 1 tablespoon (18 g) plus 1 teaspoon kosher salt, divided, plus more as needed; 1 medium carrot, peeled and thinly sliced into rounds; 1 English cucumber, thinly sliced into rounds; 1 jalapeño pepper, thinly sliced into rounds; ½ cup (8 g) cilantro leaves; 3 tablespoons (44 ml) rice wine vinegar; 1 tablespoon (13 g) white sugar; 8 buns (see bread recommendations); 8 buns (see bread recommendations); Softened butter, for toasting; Kewpie mayo; Baguette; French bread; Hoagie rolls

Preparation info

Makes
8
Sandwiches

Difficulty
Easy

Appears in

Epic BBQ Sandwiches

By Brad Prose

Published 2026

About

Sometimes, you just want a fresh sandwich with some crispy veggies and that’s exactly what this one’s all about. Juicy marinated chicken thighs grilled over charcoal pair perfectly with a crunchy, refreshing slaw that brings the right amount of bite. Add a dollop of Kewpie mayo—savory, sweet, and creamy—to tie it all together. It’s fresh, it’s crunchy, and it’s got just the right kick. This sandwich will hit the spot.

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Asia
Thailand
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