Recipes

Lemongrass & Curry Leaf Grilled Chicken (with Coconut-Lime Dipping Sauce)

Posted on by TrueOrganicSL2
14
Jul

Total Time:🕑 1 hour 30 minutes

🧂 Prep Time: 20 minutes

  • Cutting and marinating the chicken: 15 minutes

  • Prepping dipping sauce ingredients: 5 minutes

🕒 Marinating Time: 1 hour (minimum)

  • You can marinate overnight for stronger flavor.

🔥 Cooking Time: 10–12 minutes

  • Grilling chicken (5–6 minutes per side)

  • Making the coconut-lime dipping sauce: 3–5 minutes on stovetop

A flavorful fusion dish using dried curry leaves and lemongrass powder—perfect for summer grilling or weeknight meals!

Ingredients

  • For the Chicken Marinade:

    • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts
    • 1 tbsp lemongrass powder (The True Organics)
    • 1 tbsp dried curry leaves, crushed
    • 2 tbsp olive oil
    • 1 tbsp soy sauce
    • 1 tbsp honey or maple syrup
    • 2 garlic cloves, minced
    • ½ tsp ground black pepper
    • 1 tsp salt
    • Juice of ½ lime

    For the Coconut-Lime Dipping Sauce:

    • ½ cup canned coconut milk
    • 1 tbsp lime juice
    • ½ tsp lemongrass powder
    • 1 tsp honey
    • Pinch of salt
    • Optional: chopped cilantro or green onions for garnish

Directions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

  • In a large bowl, combine all marinade ingredients.
  • Add chicken and toss to coat evenly.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour (or overnight for maximum flavor).

Step 2: Grill the Chicken

  • Preheat your grill (or grill pan) to medium-high.
  • Grill chicken for about 5–6 minutes per side, or until cooked through and lightly charred.
  • Let rest for 5 minutes before slicing.

Step 3: Make the Coconut-Lime Sauce

  • In a small saucepan, combine all dipping sauce ingredients.
  • Simmer on low heat for 2–3 minutes while stirring.
  • Let cool slightly and pour into a small serving bowl.

Serving Ideas:

  • Serve grilled chicken slices over jasmine rice or in lettuce wraps
  • Use the coconut-lime sauce as a dip or drizzle
  • Add a fresh side salad with cucumbers, cherry tomatoes, and red onion

Why This Recipe Works

  • Lemongrass powder brings zesty citrus flavor without the hassle of chopping fresh stalks
  • Dried curry leaves give a warm, savory aroma often found in Southeast Asian and Indian-American fusion cuisine
  • Perfect for meal prep, BBQs, or healthy weeknight dinners

Use the Best Ingredients

Use only organic dried curry leaves and lemongrass powder from The True Organics for bold, clean flavor.

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