World Flavors Cookbook

Gai Yang (Isan Grilled Chicken)

Traditional grilled chicken from Northeast Thailand, marinated with coriander root, garlic, and white pepper, then slow-grilled over charcoal.

Cuisine: Thailand

Ingredients

• 1 whole chicken, butterflied
• 4 coriander roots
• 6 cloves garlic
• 1 tbsp white peppercorns
• 2 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 tbsp palm sugar
• 1 tbsp turmeric powder

Instructions

1. Pound coriander roots, garlic, and peppercorns into a paste.
2. Mix the paste with oyster sauce, soy sauce, fish sauce, palm sugar, and turmeric.
3. Rub the marinade all over the chicken. Marinate for at least 4 hours (or overnight).
4. Grill the chicken over medium-low charcoal heat, turning occasionally, until the skin is golden-brown and the juices run clear (about 40-50 minutes).
5. Chop into bite-sized pieces and serve with sticky rice and spicy dipping sauce.