Chicken pieces
Soy sauce
Vinegar
Garlic
Bay leaves
Whole black peppercorns
Water
Sugar
Cooking oil
Salt
Marinate chicken in soy sauce, garlic, and peppercorns
Heat oil in a pan
Sauté garlic until fragrant
Add marinated chicken and brown lightly
Pour in marinade, vinegar, bay leaves, and water
Add sugar and salt
Bring to a boil
Lower heat and simmer until chicken is tender
Stir occasionally
Reduce sauce until desired consistency
Serve hot with rice