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Stir Fry Vegetables with Cashew Nuts and Chicken

Cultural Context

Originating from Chinese cuisine, stir-fry is a cooking technique that emphasizes quick cooking over high heat. This dish combines the crunch of fresh vegetables with the rich flavor of cashew nuts and tender chicken, making it a popular choice for weeknight dinners. Today, stir-fry has been embraced globally, with countless variations reflecting local tastes and ingredients.

ChineseUSmain
30 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
250g sliced chicken
pinch of salt
pinch of pepper
3-4 tablespoons cornstarch
1 1/2 tablespoons oyster sauce
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
1 tablespoon Thai chili paste
3/4 tablespoon sugar
5 tablespoons water
1 teaspoon cornstarch
1/3 cup cashew nuts
1 medium onion
1 small carrot
1/2 big sweet chili pepper
1 big clove garlic
5-8 dried red chili
1 big spring onion

cashew nuts

🥗Healthier: almonds

💰Cheaper: peanuts

Almonds provide a similar crunch with fewer calories.

chicken breast

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is a plant-based protein, while chicken thighs are less expensive.

1

Marinate the sliced chicken with a pinch of salt, pinch of pepper, and 3-4 tablespoons of cornstarch.

2

Prepare the stir fry sauce by mixing oyster sauce, soy sauce, Thai chili paste, sugar, water, and 1 teaspoon of cornstarch.

3

Heat oil in a large skillet over high heat.

4

Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry until cooked through.

5

Add garlic and stir-fry until fragrant.

6

Add onion, carrot, sweet chili pepper, and cashew nuts; stir-fry quickly until vegetables are cooked but still crunchy.

7

Add the stir fry sauce and mix well.

8

Add dried red chili and spring onion; stir to combine.

Cooking Techniques

slicingmarinatingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

large skillet

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milkpeanuts

Also Known As

Chicken Cashew Stir FryCashew Chicken Stir Fry

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