Stir-Fried Chicken with Chillies and Basil

Instructions

1. 1

   Heat the Wok and Cook Chicken

   13 min

   Begin by heating a wok or large frying pan over high heat until it’s very hot. Pour in 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil and allow it to shimmer before adding 450 grams of chicken. Stir-fry the chicken vigorously for about 8-10 minutes, or until it is evenly browned and cooked through. Use a slotted spoon to transfer the chicken to a plate, leaving any excess oil in the pan.

2. 2

   Sauté Garlic and Shallots

   4 min

   With the same wok still hot, pour in any remaining oil and add 3 tablespoons of chopped garlic and 3 tablespoons of chopped shallots. Stir-fry these aromatics for about 3 minutes until they become fragrant and turn a lovely golden brown, enhancing the overall flavor of the dish.

3. 3

   Combine Ingredients and Finish Cooking

   13 min

   Add the cooked chicken back into the wok and toss in 3 red chillies, 2 tablespoons of fish sauce, 2 teaspoons of soy sauce, and 2 teaspoons of sugar. Stir-fry everything together on high heat for another 8-10 minutes, ensuring the chicken is fully cooked and well-coated with the sauce. Just before serving, fold in a generous handful of basil leaves for a fresh finish, and serve hot.

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