Lemon Grass Chicken

Directions

1. 1
   Cut off the woody tops and bottoms of the lemon grass.
2. 2
   Remove the outer second or third layers of the stalk and cut the tender middle section into one inch pieces.
3. 3
   Pound the lemon grass in a mortar and pestle or just crush it.
4. 4
   Combine crushed lemon grass, chicken, garlic, black pepper, Thai chilli powder, sugar, salt and fish sauce in a bowl.
5. 5
   Mix thoroughly and refrigerate for two hours.
6. 6
   Add oil in a wok,heat for a minute and add the marinated chicken mixture.
7. 7
   Stir-fry for 15 minutes( the chicken and sauce will thicken and become caramelised ).
8. 8
   Remove from heat and serve with cold cucumber slices, lettuce and rice.