oriental cashew chicken
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My daughter and I are posting yummy recipes left to us by my Grandma Vivian, her great grandma. We love and miss you.
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prep time
45 Min
cook time
1 Hr 15 Min
method
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yield
4-6 serving(s)
Ingredients
- 2 large chicken breasts, boneless and skinless
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon powdered ginger
- 1/4 teaspoon ac'cent powder
- 3 tablespoons oil
- 1/2 cup water
- 1 tablespoon soy sauce
- 2 teaspoons cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon brown sauce
- 1 clove garlic
- 1/2 cup celery, cut diagonally
- 1/2 cup green onions, cut 1
- 1 can water chestnuts
- 1 cup salted cashew nuts
- 1/2 teaspoon sugar
- 6 medium servings of cooked rice, per package directions
How To Make oriental cashew chicken
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Step 1Cut chicken into bite size pieces and sprinkle with salt, ginger, and ac'cent.
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Step 2Heat oil in heavy skillet and add chicken. Stir and toss rapidly. (can also use wok) (Do not overcook or brown meat. Cook until it loses its pink color.
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Step 3Add 1 clove garlic (thinly sliced), onion, and celery.
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Step 4Sprinkle with sugar and cook all together about 5 minutes. Vegetables should retain their crispness.
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Step 5Add water chestnuts and continue to stir together.
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Step 6Combine cornstarch, water, soy sauce, and brown sauce. Pour over meat and vegetables. Cook until sauce thickens slightly, about 2 minutes.
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Step 7Add cashew nuts. Add soy sauce and salt to taste preferences. Serve over hot cooked rice. Enjoy! :)
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