Dry Pot Basil Chicken

Dry pot basil chicken is a spicy, flavorful dish that can be found in some Asian restaurants in the USA. The name "dry pot" refers to the cooking technique used, where the ingredients are stir-fried in a wok or pot with very little liquid, allowing the sauce to reduce and coat the ingredients.

Here are some general steps to make dry pot basil chicken:

1. Start by heating oil in a wok or large pan over high heat. Add the chicken and stir-fry until it is browned and cooked through. Remove the chicken from the pan and set it aside.

2. In the same pan, add more oil if needed and stir-fry the aromatics, such as garlic, ginger, and chili peppers.

3. Add the dried basil leaves and stir-fry until fragrant.

4. Return the chicken to the pan and add the sauce made from soy sauce, oyster sauce, sugar, and chicken broth. Stir-fry until the sauce has thickened and coats the chicken.

5. Serve the dish hot, garnished with fresh basil leaves and chopped scallions.

Keep in mind that different restaurants may have their own variations of dry pot basil chicken, so don't be afraid to experiment with the ingredients and flavors to find what you like best.