– 1 lb. (0.4 kg) chicken drumsticks, chicken thighs or a combination of chicken parts – 1 tablespoon baking soda to tenderize the chicken, optional – 2 tablespoons dark sesame oil or toasted sesame oil – 2-inch (5 cm) piece old ginger, peeled and cut into thin pieces – 6 cloves garlic, peeled – 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce – 1 1/2 tablespoons dark sweet soy sauce, kecap manis – 1 1/2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine – 1 bunch Thai basil leaves