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Chicken braised in equal parts sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice wine — a defining Taiwanese home-cooked dish, finished with fragrant basil.
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"Three cups" refers to the traditional base ratio of equal parts sesame oil, soy sauce, and rice wine — a defining dish of Taiwanese cuisine. A generous finish of basil cuts through the richness with fragrance. Practically a fixture on every Taiwanese eatery's menu.
Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces. Slice the ginger thin.
Heat sesame oil in a pot and fry the garlic and ginger until fragrant.
Add the chicken and cook until browned.
Add the soy sauce, rice wine, and sugar, cover, and simmer over medium heat for about 15 minutes.
Remove the lid and reduce, cooking off excess liquid.
Just before removing from heat, add a generous amount of basil and toss briefly to finish.