Stir-fried chicken with chillies & basil
Stir-fried chicken with chillies and basil is a vibrant Thai dish that balances heat, umami, and herbal brightness in every bite. Tender chicken meets fiery red chillies, pungent garlic, and caramelized shallots, all coated in a glossy, savory sauce of fish and soy. Fresh basil leaves lend a fragrant, slightly peppery finish that cuts through the spice, creating a dish that’s as aromatic as it is satisfying. Quick to make with bold, layered flavors, it’s a perfect weeknight meal that delivers restaurant-quality heat and depth without compromise.
Ingredients
- Vegetable Oil2 tablespoons
- Chicken450g
- Garlic3 tblsp chopped
- Shallots3 tblsp chopped
- Red Chilli3
- Fish Sauce2 tablespoons
- Soy Sauce2 tsp
- Sugar2 tsp
- Basil LeavesHandful
Nutrition
Directions
- 1
Heat a wok or large frying pan until it is very hot, then add 1 tbsp of the oil. When it is very hot, add the chicken and stir-fry over a high heat for 8-10 minutes, until browned all over. Using a slotted spoon, take the chicken from the pan and set aside.
- 2
step 2
- 3
Reheat the wok and add the remaining oil. Toss in the garlic and shallots and stir fry for 3 minutes, until golden brown.
- 4
step 3
- 5
Return the chicken to the wok and add the chillies, fish sauce, dark soy sauce and sugar. Stir fry over a high heat for a further 8-10 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through. Stir in the basil leaves and serve at once.
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