* 2 chicken breasts
* 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
* 2 teaspoons sesame oil
* 2 cloves Garlic, finely chopped
* 1 tablespoon Chinese fermented black beans
* 4 large shredded spring onions (scallions) chopped diagonally
* 2 teaspoons cornflour
* 1 fresh chili, chopped finely
* 5 fl oz water or chicken stock
* 1 green bell pepper
* 2 slices ginger, chopped
* '''Marinade'''
* 1 tablespoon rice wine or dry sherry
* ½ teaspoon salt
===Method===
* Cut the chicken into small cubes, mix with the marinade and leave for 30 minutes
* Mix the cornflour with a little of the water or stock
* At the same time, soak the salted Chinese fermented black beans in enough water to cover
* Chop the pepper into chunks the same size as the chicken
* Heat the oil in a wok, add the ginger and Garlic stir-fry for a minute
* Add the onions and chili, stir-fry for a few minutes
* Put the chicken and marinade mix in the wok and fry for about 4 to 5 minutes
* Add the peppers and fry for a further minute
* Stir in the beans and their liquid, together with the cornflour, stir often whilst bringing to the boil
* Reduce to a simmer and cover for 5 minutes
* Add the sesame oil and serve
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