This is an easy – and different – recipe for using pheasant breasts. It’s really worthwhile taking time to prepare the stock here as it’s the background to the dish, and benefits from a long, slow simmer. Serves 4. Ingredients For the stock: 50g lemongrass 20g chilli 1 litre chicken…
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