Mastering the Art of Bicol Express Chicken: A Culinary Adventure

Ingredients

• 1 kg chicken, cut into pieces
• 1 can (400 ml) coconut milk
• 5-7 pieces Thai bird’s eye chilies (adjust according to spice preference)
• 1 medium onion, chopped
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 thumb-sized ginger, sliced
• 2 tablespoons fish sauce
• 2 tablespoons cooking oil
• Salt and pepper to taste
• Optional: 1 cup string beans, cut into 2-inch pieces
• Optional: 1 bell pepper, sliced