Stir-fried chicken with chillies & basil

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.

Reheat the wok and add the remaining oil.

Toss in the garlic and shallots and stir fry for 3 minutes, until golden brown.

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.