Step 1

Blend garlic and shallots in a blender or food processor.

Step 2

Stir in sugar, fish sauce, soy sauce and a liberal amount of ground black pepper.

Step 3

Smear on pounded breasts or thighs and marinate several hours and up to overnight.

Step 4

Preheat grill to medium high and oil the grill with cooking spray so that the chicken does not stick.

Step 5

Grill until done.

Step 6

Pickled Salad

Step 7

Toss all together in a bowl. Let stand 1 hour tossing occasionally. Drain before putting on Banh Mi or chicken.