Poultry and Game Recipes - Chicken and Leeks Recipe

Peel the cucumber, cut in half and remove the seeds with a teaspoon.

Cut the flesh into 2.5 cm/1 inch cubes, place in a colander and sprinkle with salt. Set aside for 20 minutes, then rinse well and drain.

Meanwhile, cut the chicken into 2.5 cm/1 inch cubes. Heat the oil in a preheated wok or heavy-based frying pan. Add the leeks and garlic and cook briskly for 30 seconds.

Add the chicken and brown quickly for 1 minute. Add the soy sauce, sherry and chili and cook for a further 30 seconds. Stir in the cucumber and cook for 30 seconds.

Transfer to a warm serving dish, sprinkle with the chopped coriander, garnish with coriander leaves and serve immediately.