BRAISED CHICKEN WITH PEPPERS

• 3 red peppers
• 1 tblsp oil
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 lb chicken meat
• 1 oz fresh ginger
• 2 tblsp oil
• pinch of brown sugar
• 2 tsp sherry
• 1 tsp cornstarch
• 2 tsp soy sauce

Instructions

1. Core the peppers and cut into thin rings. Fry in the oil and salt for 1 minute.
2. Add 2 tablespoons water, bring to the boil, cover and simmer for 2 minutes. Drain.
3. Cut the chicken into 1 inch pieces. Chop the ginger finely, fry both chicken and ginger in oil for 1 minute.
4. Add the sugar and sherry.
5. Mix the cornstarch to a smooth paste with the soy sauce and add to the pan.
6. Heat gently, stirring until slightly thick end. Add the peppers and cook for 1 minute.