Ingredients for Chinese Restaurant Ginger Cashew Chicken
- Vegetable Oil
- Green Onions
- Garlic Cloves
- Fresh Ginger
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- Boneless Skinless Chicken Breast Halves
- Celery Ribs
- Chicken Broth
- Soy Sauce
- Dry Mustard
- Hoisin Sauce
- Roasted Cashews
- Broccoli Florets
- Cooked Rice
How to Make Chinese Restaurant Ginger Cashew Chicken
- Heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat.
- Add the chopped onion and cook until tender, about 3-5 minutes.
- Add the minced garlic and grated ginger; cook until onions are golden brown, about 1 minute more.
- Add the chicken and celery; cook until chicken is cooked through, about 5 minutes.
- Transfer the chicken mixture to a platter and set aside.
- Add the remaining 2 tablespoons of oil to the wok.
- Add the flour and stir constantly until it begins to turn light brown, about 1 minute.
- Gradually whisk in the chicken broth, soy sauce, and Dijon mustard until smooth.
- Bring the sauce to a boil, then reduce heat and simmer until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- Add the cooked chicken mixture and broccoli florets to the sauce; toss to coat.
- Stir in the cashews and cook until heated through, about 1 minute.
- Serve immediately over cooked rice.
Chef's Tip for Extra Flavor
Want to unlock deeper, more complex flavors? Try toasting your whole spices before grinding them, or blooming ground spices in a little warm oil to enhance their aroma. Deglazing your pan with a bit of stock, wine, or even water after browning ingredients can capture those tasty caramelized bits, adding richness to your dish.
Nutrition Information (Approximate per serving)
Sodium
110 g
Sugar
32g
Fat
49g
Carbs
13g