Easy Chinese Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry

Name: Easy Chinese Cashew Chicken Stir-Fry
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 6 min
Total time: 21 min
Yield: 4
Ingredients: 500 g chicken thigh; 3/4 cup roasted cashews; 1 green capsicum / bell pepper; 1/2 onion; 2 tbsp peanut oil; 2 clove garlic, minced; 3 tbsp soy sauce; 3 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 1/2 tbsp Chinese cooking wine or mirin; 1 tbsp cornstarch / cornflour; 2 tsp sesame oil; 6 tbsp water; 1 dash white pepper

A classic takeout favorite made better at home with tender chicken, crunchy roasted cashews, and a savory-sweet glaze. This quick stir-fry is perfect for busy weeknights and pairs beautifully with steamed rice or cauliflower rice.

Servings4 Portions

Prep Time15 Mins

Cook Time6 Mins

Difficulty

Easy

Ingredients

chicken thigh
500 g
roasted cashews
0.8 cup
green capsicum / bell pepper
1
onion
0.5
peanut oil
2 tbsp
garlic, minced
2 clove
soy sauce
3 tbsp
oyster sauce
3 tbsp
Chinese cooking wine or mirin
0.5 tbsp
cornstarch / cornflour
1 tbsp
sesame oil
2 tsp
water
6 tbsp
white pepper
1 dash

Step-by-Step Instructions

In a small bowl, whisk together the cornstarch and soy sauce until smooth and lump-free. Stir in the oyster sauce, Chinese cooking wine (or mirin), sesame oil, and white pepper to complete the stir-fry sauce.

Place the chicken thigh pieces in a bowl and pour over 2 tablespoons of the prepared sauce. Toss well to coat and let the chicken marinate for at least 10 minutes to absorb the flavors.

Heat the peanut oil in a wok or large heavy-based skillet over high heat until shimmering. Add the minced garlic and chopped onion, stir-frying for about 1 minute until fragrant.

Add the marinated chicken to the pan and cook for 2 minutes, searing the edges. Toss in the green capsicum (bell pepper) and continue stir-frying for another minute.

Pour in the remaining sauce and the water. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook, stirring constantly, for about 1 minute or until the sauce has thickened into a glossy, thick glaze.