Spicy Chicken with Basil

6 garlic cloves, minced

4 shallots, minced

4 mixed green and red thai chilies

(The recipe called for 12. You can if you dare!)

1 T oil

1 lb ground chicken (or can be sliced very thin)

1/4 c. fish sauce

2 T. sugar

1 cup hot basil leaves (bai Krapow)

Place the garlic, shallots, and peppers in a mortar and mash with a pestle until a paste is formed.

Heat a large sauce pan to medium-high heat and add theoil. Add the garlic paste and stir for 1 minute, then add the chicken, fish sauce, and sugar. Continue to cook until the sauce is reduced. Toss in the basil leaves.

Serve with jasmine rice.