Learn how to make delicious Cashew Chicken at home with this easy recipe! Packed with flavorful ingredients and perfect for any occasion.
Cashew Chicken
Ingredients
Makes 4 servings
· ¾ cup roasted cashews
· ¼ cup water
· 2 teaspoons cornstarch
· 1 tablespoon soy sauce
· 4 tablespoons hoisin sauce
· 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken breasts
· 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
· 2 Tablespoons minced garlic
· 1 bunch scallions
· 1 small can of diced water chestnuts, drained
· 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
· 1 teaspoon sesame oil
· Salt and black pepper as needed
Method
1. Whisk the water, cornstarch, hoisin, and soy sauce in a small bowl. Set aside.
2. Cut the chicken into ½ inch dice
3. Place the diced chicken in a large bowl.
4. heat 1 tablespoon of the vegetable oil over high heat in a wok. Add the chicken and stir-fry for about 5 minutes. Season with salt and pepper.
5. Add the garlic, water chestnuts, and the whites of the scallions.
6. Turn the heat down to medium and add the rice vinegar; cook until evaporated, about 30 seconds.
7. Add the sauce mixture to the chicken; cook, tossing, until the chicken is cooked thoroughly and the sauce has thickened, about 1 minute.
8. Remove from the heat. Stir in the scallion greens, cashews, and sesame oil.
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