THE SMOKY DRUNKEN BIRD

(Our Play on Thai Drunken Chicken)

THE SMOKY DRUNKEN BIRD

Ingredients: 500g Chicken thighs (thin strips), 2 tbsp Oyster sauce, 1 tbsp Soy sauce, 1 tbsp Chili oil, 1 Onion (petals), 3 Red chilies (smashed), 4 cloves Garlic, Massive handful of fresh Basil...

Ingredients

  • 500g Chicken thighs (thin strips)
  • 2 tbsp Oyster sauce
  • 1 tbsp Soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp Chili oil
  • 1 Onion (petals)
  • 3 Red chilies (smashed)
  • 4 cloves Garlic
  • Massive handful of fresh Basil

Cooking Method

  1. The Scorch Fry garlic and chilies in oil until they are dark and smell sharp.
  2. The Sear Add chicken and onions; stir-fry on max heat until charred and browned.
  3. The Bloom Add the fire silk ingredients and a 30ml splash of water; boil for 2 minutes until it form a dark glaze.
  4. The Marriage Toss in the basil; stir-fry for 30 seconds until the leaves wilt into the meat.
  5. The Finish Serve immediately while the basil perfume is intense.

Cuisine: Asian

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