Fried chicken with cashews and vegetables
4 servings
20 minutes
Fried chicken with cashews and vegetables is a vibrant dish of Pan-Asian cuisine, filled with rich flavors and textures. Crunchy cashew nuts add an exquisite touch, while fresh ginger and black bean sauce highlight the dish's deep aroma. Combined with juicy chicken and crispy vegetables, it achieves a perfect balance between richness and lightness. The roots of this recipe trace back to East Asian traditions where quick and flavorful wok dishes are popular. Cashew chicken is loved for its harmony of sweetness, umami, and mild spiciness, making it a versatile treat for both everyday dinners and special occasions. It is served with rice that beautifully complements the rich flavor of the sauce and spices.
1
Heat the wok over high heat. Pour in half the oil and spread it over the surface. Add diced chicken breasts and fry for 5 minutes, then add cashews and ginger and cook for another 2 minutes, adding a little water. Transfer the chicken mixture to a plate.
- Vegetable oil: 20 ml
- Chicken breast: 4 pieces
- Cashews: 75 g
- Fresh ginger: 10 g
- Vegetable oil: 20 ml
2
Wash the wok and heat it again. Pour in the remaining oil and add the vegetables. Fry for 3 minutes, then add the bean sauce and a little water, heat slightly, and add the chicken. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Vegetable oil: 20 ml
- Frozen vegetables: 500 g
- Black bean sauce: 100 ml
- Vegetable oil: 20 ml
- Chicken breast: 4 pieces
3
Sprinkle with coriander and serve with rice.
- Cilantro (coriander leaves): 75 g