Khao Mok Gai (Thai Rice and Chicken Biryani)
By Mark Wiens
Khao Mok Gai ข้าวหมกไก่
Thai style Rice and Chicken Biryani
Khao Mok Gai ข้าวหมกไก่
Thai Rice Biryani ข้าวหมกไก่
Plate of Yellow Rice and Chicken
Pronunciation
kâao mòk gài
Description
This Indian influenced dish of yellow rice and chicken is loaded with fragrant spices and deep fried onions to provide the perfect 1 plate meal deal. The rice is cooked slowly along with the other ingredients to ensure the spices soak into rice and to ensure the chicken juices and fats mix with the entire dish. A plate of khao mok gai is usually served with a sweet chili sauce or a cucumber vinegar sauce.
Main Ingredients
- Rice
- Chicken
- Cilantro
- Garlic
- Turmeric
- Sugar
- Salt
- Yogurt
- Saffron
- Chicken stock
- Cardamon
- Pepper
- Bay leaves
- Cucumber
- Vinegar
- Chilies
- Deep fried onions
Where to Eat
- Khao Mok Gai Siam
- Khao Mok Gai – Khao San Road
- Abdollah Islam Restaurant – Krabi, Thailand
