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Delicious Thai Cashew Chicken in Just 30 Minutes Recipe

Delicious Thai Cashew Chicken in Just 30 Minutes Recipe
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This Delicious Thai Cashew Chicken recipe offers a perfect balance of crispy chicken, crunchy cashews, and flavorful stir-fried vegetables in a savory and slightly sweet sauce. Ready in just 30 minutes, this authentic Thai dish brings vibrant flavors to your dinner table quickly and easily.

Ingredients

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For the Chicken

  • 1 3/4 cups chicken bite-sized pieces; use breast or thighs
  • 1/3 cup tempura flour or cornstarch
  • Oil for deep-frying, as needed

For the Sauce

  • 2 tbsp oil for stir-frying
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 2 tbsp Thai chili paste
  • 2 tbsp oyster sauce or mushroom sauce for vegetarian option
  • 1 1/2 tbsp light soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp white sugar or brown sugar
  • 3 tbsp water

For the Stir-Fry

  • 1 onion, sliced
  • 2 bell peppers (mixed colors), sliced
  • 1/2 cup cashew nuts
  • 6 stalks green onions, cut into 1.5-inch pieces
  • 2 dried chilies (optional)

Instructions

  1. Coat the Chicken: Thoroughly coat the bite-sized chicken pieces with tempura flour or cornstarch, ensuring each piece is evenly covered to achieve a crispy texture when fried.
  2. Deep-Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a wok or deep pan until hot and fry the coated chicken pieces until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.
  3. Fry the Dried Chilies: In the same hot oil, briefly fry the dried chilies until fragrant to infuse the oil with their subtle heat and smoky flavor, then remove and set aside.
  4. Sauté the Garlic: In a wok or large pan, heat 2 tablespoons of oil. Add the minced garlic and sauté until fragrant and golden brown, being careful not to burn it.
  5. Prepare the Sauce: Add the Thai chili paste, oyster sauce (or mushroom sauce for vegetarian option), light soy sauce, white or brown sugar, and water into the garlic oil. Stir well to combine and bring the sauce to a gentle simmer.
  6. Stir-Fry the Vegetables: Add the sliced onion and mixed bell peppers into the sauce, stir-frying until they are slightly tender but still crisp, about 2-3 minutes.
  7. Combine Chicken and Cashews: Add the crispy fried chicken pieces and cashew nuts into the wok with the vegetables and sauce. Toss everything together to ensure the chicken is fully coated with the flavorful sauce.
  8. Finish with Green Onions: Add the chopped green onions and fried dried chilies (if using) to the wok. Stir briefly to combine and serve the dish hot immediately.

Notes

  • Use chicken thighs for a juicier texture, or breast for a leaner option.
  • For a vegetarian version, replace chicken with tofu and use mushroom sauce instead of oyster sauce.
  • Adjust the amount of Thai chili paste and dried chilies according to your preferred spice level.
  • Serve with steamed jasmine rice for an authentic Thai meal experience.
  • Cashew nuts can be toasted beforehand for extra crunch and flavor.

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Keywords: Thai Cashew Chicken, stir-fry chicken recipe, Thai cuisine, cashew nuts dish, quick Thai dinner, spicy Thai chicken

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