Spicy Black Pepper Chicken Stir-Fry

Ingredients

• 500 grams chicken breast, cut into cubes
• 1 medium red bell pepper, sliced
• 1 medium green bell pepper, sliced
• 1 tablespoon finely ground black pepper
• 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
• 1 teaspoon fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons sweet soy sauce
• 1 medium onion, diced
• 10 small Thai bird chilies, whole
• 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
• Sugar and salt, to taste
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• 1/2 cup water (150 cc)

For the Spice Paste:

• 8 shallots
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 cm ginger

Instructions

1. Prepare the Spice Paste: Blend shallots, garlic, and ginger into a smooth paste.

2. Cook the Chicken: Heat 2 tablespoons of cooking oil in a large pan over medium heat. Add the spice paste and sauté until fragrant.

3. Add Onions and Chicken: Stir in the diced onion and chicken cubes. Cook until the chicken is browned and cooked through.

4. Season: Pour in the oyster sauce, sweet soy sauce, and fish sauce. Season with sugar and salt to taste. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly.

5. Add Chilies and Peppers: Stir in the whole Thai bird chilies and bell peppers. Cook for a few minutes until the peppers are tender.

6. Thicken the Sauce: In a small bowl, dissolve the cornstarch in the 1/2 cup water. Pour this mixture into the pan, stirring continuously until the sauce thickens.

7. Finish and Serve: Once the sauce has thickened and the peppers are cooked, remove from heat. Garnish with fried shallots and serve hot with steamed rice.

Enjoy this savory and spicy Ayam Lada Hitam, perfect for a satisfying meal any time!