Cashew Chicken with Ginger Soy Glaze

Ingredients:

For the Cashew Chicken:

  • 1.5 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces

  • 1 cup unsalted cashews

  • 1 cup broccoli florets

  • 1 cup snap peas, trimmed

  • 1 red bell pepper, thinly sliced

  • 3 tablespoons vegetable oil, divided

  • 4 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated

  • Salt and black pepper to taste

  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

For the Ginger Soy Glaze:

  • 1/4 cup soy sauce

  • 2 tablespoons oyster sauce

  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce

  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar

  • 2 tablespoons honey

  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil

  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch

  • 1/2 cup chicken broth

Instructions:

For the Cashew Chicken:

1.     Marinate the Chicken:

    • In a bowl, mix the chicken pieces with minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and black pepper. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.

2.     Sauté the Chicken:

    • Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the marinated chicken and cook until browned and fully cooked. Remove from the wok and set aside.

3.     Stir-Fry Vegetables:

    • In the same wok, add the remaining tablespoon of vegetable oil. Stir-fry broccoli, snap peas, and sliced red bell pepper until they are crisp-tender.

4.     Combine Chicken and Vegetables:

    • Return the cooked chicken to the wok with the vegetables. Add cashews and toss everything together.

For the Ginger Soy Glaze:

1.     Mix Glaze Ingredients:

    • In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, honey, sesame oil, cornstarch, and chicken broth.

2.     Pour Glaze Over Chicken:

    • Pour the ginger soy glaze over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to coat everything evenly.

3.     Simmer and Thicken:

    • Allow the dish to simmer for a few minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken and vegetables.

To Serve:

  • Transfer the Cashew Chicken to a serving platter.

  • Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Presentation Tips:

  • Serve the Cashew Chicken over steamed jasmine rice or noodles.

  • Place the dish in the center of the table with vibrant colors for an enticing presentation.

This world-class Cashew Chicken with Ginger Soy Glaze offers a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and nutty flavors. The combination of tender chicken, crisp vegetables, and crunchy cashews makes it a delightful and impressive dish. Enjoy your culinary creation!