World Flavors Cookbook

Mok Gai (Lao Steamed Chicken in Banana Leaf)

Minced chicken mixed with lemongrass, galangal, kaffir lime, and herbs, wrapped in banana leaves and steamed — the chicken version of mok pa.

Cuisine: Laos

Ingredients

• 400g ground chicken
• 2 stalks lemongrass, minced
• 3 slices galangal, minced
• 4 kaffir lime leaves, shredded
• 2 shallots, minced
• 2 tbsp fish sauce
• 1 egg
• 1 tsp sugar
• Fresh dill and green onions
• Banana leaves for wrapping

Instructions

1. Mix chicken with all aromatics, fish sauce, egg, and sugar.
2. Fold in dill and green onions.
3. Place portions on banana leaf squares. Fold into packets.
4. Secure with toothpicks or bamboo skewers.
5. Steam 20-25 minutes until cooked through.
6. Serve in the banana leaf with sticky rice.