Three Cup Chicken

 COVID-17

I have seen this dish many many times and wondered many times in my heart whether it will be difficult to master. The name 三杯鸡 sounds so complicated. 

However, recently, managed to come across this recipe on Rasa Malaysia ...... it was so easy and flavourful!! Definitely a receipe for keeps!

I am replicating the recipe on my blog for easier reference but do check the website out! They have a lot more easy recipes for various cuisines.

Ingredients
0.4kg chicken (Drumsticks/thighs/chicken parts)
1 tbsp baking soda (to tenderize the chicken)
2 tbsp dark sesame oil
2 inch old ginger (peeled and cut into thin pieces)
6 cloves garlic (peeled)
1.5 tbsp soy sauce
1.5 tbsp dark sweet soy sauce (Kecap Manis)
1.5 tbps Shaoxing wine

1 bunch Thai Basil leaves

Method
1. Cut the chicken into pieces and rub them with the baking soda. Set aside for 10 minutes before rinsing the chicken with water. Make sure the baking soda is completely rinsed off. Pat dry the chicken pieces and set aside. 
2. Heat up a clay pot on high heat and add the sesame oil. Add the ginger and garlic and stir-fry until aromatic. Add in the chicken and do a few quick stirs.
3. Add in the soy sauce, dark sweet soy sauce, Shaoxing wine and continue to stir-fry the chicken. Cover the lid, lower the heat and simmer for 5-10 minutes.
4. Add the basil leaves and stir well with the chicken, dish out and serve immediately.