Ingredients

The following ingredients have 4 Servings
  • 1/4 cup canola oil
  • 2 medium potatoes, peeled and quartered
  • 1 onion, peeled and sliced
  • 3 cloves garlic, peeled and minced
  • 2 thumb-size ginger, peeled and julienned
  • 3 pounds bone-in chicken, cut up into serving pieces
  • 2 tablespoons fish sauce
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 teaspoon brown sugar
  • salt and pepper to taste

Instruction

  • In a wide pan over medium heat, heat oil. Add potatoes and cook, turning as needed, until lightly browned and almost tender. Using a slotted spoon, remove from pan and drain on paper towels.
  • Remove excess oil except about 1 tablespoon. Add onions, ginger, and garlic and cook until limp softened.
  • Add chicken and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 5 to 7 minutes or until chicken starts to change color and juices run clear.
  • Add fish sauce and cook, stirring occasionally, for about 1 to 2 minutes.
  • Add water and bring to a boil, skimming scum that floats on top.
  • Lower heat, cover, and simmer for about 25 to 30 minutes or until chicken is cooked through.
  • Add potatoes and cook for about 3 to 5 minutes or until tender.
  • Add sugar and stir to combine. Season with salt and pepper to taste.
  • Continue to cook until liquid is reduced. Serve hot.