Phat khing ( th, ผัดขิง, ; lo, ຜັດຂີງ) is a Chinese-influenced

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n dish, that is popular in

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and Laos. ''Kai phat khing'' (ไก่ผัดขิง) contains

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chicken and different vegetables like

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and

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, but other meats may be used. The defining ingredient is sliced ginger ("khing") which gives the dish a very characteristic taste. Other important ingredients in this dish are soy sauce and

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. It is served with rice. In both countries chicken gizzards are sometimes (partially) substituted for chicken.

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Thai Stir-Fry of Chicken, Fresh Ginger, and Mushrooms: Gai Pad KhingQuick Lao Ginger Chicken Recipe
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