Thai
Thai - Appetizers
Lime Basil Appetizer
Chef's Menu Description
A distinguished culinary classic crafted with authentic techniques and finest ingredients, offering rich depth of flavour and elegant presentation.
Ingredients
- • 350g chicken breast, cut into bite-size pieces
- • 1 cup lime basil leaves
- • 4 cloves garlic, minced
- • 3 bird's eye chilies, chopped
- • 2 tbsp fish sauce
- • 2 tbsp lime juice
- • 1 tbsp palm sugar
- • 1/2 cup cornflour
- • Vegetable oil for frying
Preparation Steps
1
Phase 1
Cut the chicken into small pieces and pick the lime basil leaves.
2
Phase 2
Dust the chicken lightly with cornflour and shake off the excess.
3
Phase 3
Deep-fry the chicken in batches until golden and crisp; drain on kitchen roll.
4
Phase 4
Sizzle garlic and chilies in a little oil until fragrant, then add fish sauce, lime juice, and palm sugar; simmer until syrupy.
5
Phase 5
Toss the crisp chicken and lime basil in the hot sauce until glossy, then serve immediately.