Briefly rinse the black beans with water, then drain them and put them in a bowl with 30ml (2tbsp) of hot water. Soak for about 15 minutes, then mash them with a fork and mix in the rice wine.

An authentic version of the classic beef in black bean sauce from Jeremy Pang ... oil in a wok over a high heat and once smoking hot, add the onions, peppers and spring onion.

Sometimes my mother would vary the taste by adding an extra spicy touch of chilli bean sauce. It is very quick ... Heat a wok or large frying\-pan until it is hot. Add half of the oil, and ...