Thai Spiced Chicken

Ingredients :

5 shallots, chopped

3 cloves garlic, chopped

5 coriander roots, chopped

2 stalks lemon grass, chopped

2 fresh red chilies, seeded and chopped

4 cm piece fresh root ginger, finely chopped

1 teaspoon shrimp paste

2 tablespoons vegetable oil

2 chicken legs, divided into thighs and drumsticks

2 tablespoons tamarind water

Method :

1. Using a pestle and mortar or blender, pound or mix shallots, garlic, coriander, lemon grass, chilies, ginger and shrimp paste until smooth.

2. In a wok, heat oil, stir in spicy paste and cook, stirring for 3-4 minutes.

3. Stir in chicken pieces to coat evenly.

4. Add tamarind water and 85 ml water.

5. Cover and cook gently for about 25 minutes until chicken is tender.

Serves 3-4