Lahpet Kyet Thote (tangy Pickled Tea Leaf Chicken)

Lahpet Kyet Thote, also known as Tangy Pickled Tea Leaf Chicken, is a traditional Burmese Chinese dish that combines the tangy flavors of pickled tea leaves with tender chicken.

Gluten Free Dairy Free Main Course Burmese Chinese Burmese Chinese Chicken Pickled Tea Leaf Tangy
Lahpet Kyet Thote (tangy Pickled Tea Leaf Chicken)

Ingredients

  • 500g chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup pickled tea leaves
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 tomatoes, diced
  • 2 green chilies, sliced
  • 2 tbsp vegetable oil
  • 1 tsp fish sauce
  • 1/2 tsp turmeric powder
  • Salt to taste

Instructions

  1. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium heat.
  2. Add minced garlic and sauté until fragrant.
  3. Add chicken pieces and cook until they are no longer pink.
  4. Add pickled tea leaves, onion, tomatoes, and green chilies. Stir well.
  5. Season with fish sauce, turmeric powder, and salt. Cook for another 5-7 minutes.
  6. Remove from heat and serve hot with steamed rice.

Cooking & Preparation

Preparation time:
20 minutes
Cooking time:
25 minutes
Total time:
45 minutes
Cooking method
Stovetop

Nutritional facts per 1 serving

Calories
300 per serving
Protein
25g
Carbohydrates
15g
Fat
12g

Supplies

Large pan Spatula Knife Cutting board

Tools

Stove

Serving suggestions

Serve Lahpet Kyet Thote with a side of fresh cucumber salad.

Tips & tricks

For a spicier kick, add more green chilies to the dish.

Cost

$15