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This is a very basic beef stew. It’s easy, delicious and inexpensive to make. While there are hundreds of variations of this traditional recipe, it’s hard to improve on this version’s savory and comforting goodness.

Heat a wok and add the olive oil , pan fry the chicken cubes for 2 minutes then add the onion and peppers and fry for another 2 minutes. Add the lemongrass and garlic and gently fry for a minute.

Add the palm sugar , turmeric , fish sauce and chopped chillies and stir.

Add the star anise and cinnamon stick then add the stock and bring to a bubble , simmer for 5 minutes then add the coconut milk , stir through and continue to simmer for 10-15 minutes until silky and golden , add the mange tout toward the end as it cooks rapidly

*Remove the cinnamon stick and star anise before serving

Serve with rice and sweetcorn or whatever veg you enjoy