Bang Bang Chicken with Jasmine Rice

Steps

1. Cook rice Combine rice, first measure of water and a pinch of salt in a pot and bring to the boil. Once boiling, cover with a lid and reduce to lowest heat to cook for 12 minutes. Turn off heat and steam, still covered, for 8 more minutes. Do not lift lid during cooking.
2. Toast sesame seeds Heat a dry fry-pan on medium heat. Toast sesame seeds for about 1 minute, stirring regularly, until golden. Remove from pan and set aside.
3. Cook chicken Heat a drizzle of oil in previous fry-pan, on medium-high heat. Pat chicken dry, dice 2cm and season. Cook for 5-6 minutes, turning, until cooked through. Add satay sauce and second measure of water to pan. Cook for 1 minute, until heated through. Remove from heat and set aside, covered, to rest.
4. Prep salad Thinly slice lettuce; grate carrot; cut cucumber in half lengthways and thinly slice; cut cherry tomatoes in half.