Cashew Chicken

Enjoy the classic Chinese-American dish Cashew Chicken. Our recipe brings together tender chicken, crunchy cashews and a savory sauce for an unforgettable meal.

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Cashew chicken is a popular Chinese dish, made with chicken, cashews, and a variety of other ingredients. It is a dish that has been around for centuries and is still enjoyed by many today.

The combination of the savory chicken, crunchy cashews, and flavorful sauce make this dish a favorite among Chinese food lovers.

Whether you are looking for an easy weeknight dinner or something to impress your guests at your next dinner party, Cashew Chicken is sure to be a hit!

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Cashew Chicken Recipe

Enjoy the classic Chinese-American dish Cashew Chicken. Our recipe brings together tender chicken, crunchy cashews and a savory sauce for an unforgettable meal.

Prep Time20 mins

Cook Time20 mins

Total Time40 mins

Course: Main Course

Cuisine: Chinese

Ingredients for Cashew Chicken

• 225 g Chicken Breast boneless, skinless, chopped
• 50 g Cashew Nuts
• 1 Egg White
• 1 tsp Corn Flour
• 150 ml Water
• 1/2 tsp Sesame Oil
• 1 tsp Groundnut Oil
• 1 1/2 tsp Chinese Rice Wine
• 1 1/2 tsp Light Soy Sauce
• 1 tbsp Red or Green Capsicum sliced (optional)
• as per taste Salt
• few Coriander Leaves chopped (to garnish)

How to make Cashew Chicken

• Combine the egg white, sesame oil, corn flour and a pinch of salt in a bowl.
• Add the chicken pieces and mix well.
• Keep it in the fridge for 10 to 15 minutes.
• Heat sesame oil in a pan over medium flame.
• Add the chicken and stir-fry for a minute or two. Ensure the chicken does not stick to the pan.
• Remove the chicken pieces from the pan and drain excess oil.
• Heat water in a pan over medium flame.
• When it starts to boil, add the chicken pieces and cook for 2 to 4 minutes. Drain well.
• Heat groundnut oil in a pan.
• Fry the cashew nuts for 45 seconds to a minute.
• Add the wine, red capsicum, soy sauce and chicken.
• Stir-fry for 2 to 3 minutes.
• Garnish with coriander leaves.
• Serve with rice.