Vietnamese food is a favorite at my house, and inspired this slightly spicy dish, fragrant with lemongrass and fresh cilantro. Green beans tossed with sesame oil are a fitting accompaniment.
In a bowl, mix the shallot, the 2tablespoons tamari, sugar, fish sauce, lemongrass, oil, chile sauce, and salt. Cut any excess fat from the chicken. Add the chicken to the bowl and toss to coat. Let the chicken marinate while preparing the rice.