Chili Basil Chicken - cooking recipe

Ingredients

2 tbsp peanut oil
1 lb chicken breast, cut into thin strips
1 None medium red onion, cut into thin wedges
2 cloves garlic, crushed
2 tsp ginger, finely grated
1/2 tsp dried chili flakes
4 oz beansprouts, rinsed
2 tbsp fish sauce
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 oz basil leaves, torn
3 oz roasted cashew nuts
None None steamed jasmine rice, to serve

Preparation

In a wok, heat 2 tbsp of the oil over high heat. Stir-fry the chicken in 2 batches, for 2-3 mins or until cooked through. Transfer to a plate.
Add the remaining oil to the wok and stir-fry the onion, garlic, ginger and chili flakes for 1-2 mins or until the onion softens. Return the chicken to the wok and add the beansprouts, fish sauce, lime juice and sugar. Stir-fry for 1-2 mins or until heated through. Remove from the heat and toss with the basil and cashews. Serve with the rice.