For the Chicken:

• 250g boneless chicken (diced)

• 1 tsp soy sauce

• 1/2 tsp black pepper

• 1/2 tsp garlic paste

• Salt to taste

For the Fried Rice:

• 3 cups cooked jasmine or basmati rice (preferably a day old)

• 2 eggs (beaten – optional)

• 1/2 cup carrots (finely diced)

• 1/4 cup green peas

• 1/4 cup spring onions (sliced)

• 1/4 cup bell peppers (optional)

• 2 cloves garlic (minced)

• 2–3 tbsp oil (vegetable or sesame)

• 1 tbsp soy sauce

• 1 tsp oyster sauce (optional)

• 1/2 tsp white pepper

• Salt to taste

• Spring onions or coriander for garnish