Directions

To Prep

1. Place mixture ingredients in a large bowl and mix ingredients in a circular motion until well-combined.
2. Place 2 tbsp of plain flour in a bag and add quail eggs to coat.
3. Flatten 1 tbsp of the mixture onto the palm of your hand and place one quail egg in the middle of the mixture. Form the mixture into a ball around the quail egg. Repeat this step until all ingredients are used up.

To Cook

1. Heat cooking oil and shallow-fry the chicken balls until golden brown. Remove from pan and drain most of the oil.
2. Sauté sliced shallots and garlic until fragrant. Add pepper, water and sweet soy sauce and bring to the boil.
3. Condense liquid to half, add the chicken balls, coat and simmer until sauce is further reduced. Remove from heat and serve.