Spicy Lemongrass Chicken Marinade

 

Ingredients

• 1/2 cup flavorless oil
• 1/2 cup fish sauce
• 1 Tablespoon kosher salt
• 4 lemongrass stalks
• 1 small bunch cilantro, top leaves saved for garnish
• 1/4 cup palm sugar
• 1/4 cup black peppercorns
• 3 Tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 Tablespoons coriander seeds
• 8 garlic cloves
• 6-8 fresh Thai chiles
• 4 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs

Directions

1. Put everything except the chicken in a blender and blend until smooth.
2. Cut the chicken into cubes, add the marinade.
3. Refrigerate for 12-72 hours.
4. Pan sear or thread onto skewers and grill until cooked to 165F.