Method

Step 1:

In a grinder, blend the shallots, garlic and ginger until a paste is formed.

Step 2:

Heat the cooking oil in a pot and add the paste, and the lemongrass. Stir for around 3 minutes until fragrant.

Step 3:

Add the chicken and stir for 2 minutes until well coated.

Step 4:

Add the potatoes, carrots, ground nutmeg, black pepper, salt, dark soy sauce and water. Stir well and bring to the boil.

Step 5:

Once boiling, reduce the heat and simmer until the potatoes are soft and the chicken is cooked all the way through.

Serve with white rice and a sprinkle of fried shallots.