Cashew Chicken Chili Food

CASHEW CHICKEN

Steps:

• Mix the chicken, 3 tablespoons water, 2 teaspoons oyster sauce, and ⅛ teaspoon white pepper. Set aside for 5 to 10 minutes until all the liquid has been absorbed by the chicken. Adding the extra water will really keep your chicken moist and tender. Lastly, mix in 1 teaspoon canola oil and 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and set aside.
• In a separate bowl, mix together all the sauce ingredients and set aside.
• Heat your wok over high heat. Spread 2 tablespoons canola oil along the perimeter of the wok until just smoking.
• Add the marinated chicken breast, spreading the pieces evenly in the wok. Fry for 1 minute on each side, and transfer back to the bowl. The chicken should be browned on the outside and will be about 80% cooked.
• Add another tablespoon of oil to the wok, along with the ginger, and fry for 5 seconds before adding the minced garlic. Immediately add the red bell pepper and chopped water chestnuts. Stir fry for 30 seconds.
• Next, add the scallions, and spread your Shaoxing wine around the perimeter of the wok. Give everything a quick stir fry for 10 seconds.
• Pour in the sauce mixture you made earlier, using your wok spatula to deglaze the sides of the wok. Add the chicken and any juices that may have collected in the bowl. Once everything comes to a simmer, add your roasted cashews.
• Stir up your cornstarch slurry, and add to the stir-fry. Add more cornstarch slurry if you like a thicker sauce, less if you prefer thinner. Bring to a simmer to thicken the sauce, and continue stirring to combine evenly. Plate and serve immediately with a bowl of rice!

CASHEW CHICKEN CHILI

Steps:

• Heat a 5 quart stock pot over medium heat. Add enough olive oil to coat the bottom lightly. Sauté onions for 3 minutes until they are lightly browning. Add garlic and cook 1 more minute. Add yam pieces, chili power, salt and pepper and toss to coat. Drain and rinse the great Northern and red kidney beans. Add them and two cans of tomatoes to the pot. Pour in half a bottle of beer. (Enjoy the rest for yourself.) Stir in the cashews, then turn the heat down to a simmer. Cover and let simmer for 20 minutes. If you are vegan stop here. If you eat meat, continue on. Heat a frying pan over medium heat and add a drizzle of olive oil. Cook cubed chicken until done. (time will vary depending on how thick you cube your chicken). Remove chili from heat and stir in chicken. I do this so the chicken doesn't get tough and overcooked. Serve with your favorite hearty bread and enjoy!

WHITE CASHEW CHICKEN CHILI

Steps:

• In a medium stock pot, over med-high heat, cook peppers, onons, celery and jalapeno until soft.
• Add diced cooked chicken, alfredo sauce and beans.
• Reduce heat to medium and stir ingredients well for about 5 minutes.
• Reduce to low heat and simmer for abut 10-15 minutes.
• Serve in bowls with a sprinkling of diced green onions and a little swiss cheese.

CHICKEN CASHEW CHILI

Steps:

• Chile Puree:.
• Heat a small skillet over high heat until very hot. Place chiles in pan, one at a time and press down with tongs for about 1 minute on each side. Next, seed and devein the chiles.
• Place chiles in a blender with cashews and chicken stock.
• Puree until smooth.
• Chili: In a stock pot, briefly saute onion, garlic, cumin, chile powder, and salt in the olive oil.
• Add chicken and stir to coat. Stir in chile puree, cilantro, and tomatoes.
• Cover and simmer for 45 minutes.
• Add cashews, chocolate and beans.
• Stir until chocolate melts.
• Serve NOTES : F or spicy chili, add 2 or 3 chipotles to the puree and double the chile powder.

VEGETARIAN CASHEW CHILI

Steps:

• In a soup pot, heat the oil. Add onions, garlic and bay leaf and saute for about 3 minutes. Add the green peppers and celery and cook until the vegetables are tender but still crisp, approximately 3-5 minutes.
• Melt in the butter, then add spices, herbs, pepper, and salt. Saute for 1-2 minutes, stirring frequently so nothing burns.
• Add quart of tomatoes plus juice and beans to the mixture and simmer for about 15 minutes for flavor to blend.
• Toast cashews in a 350 oven or toaster oven for about 20 minutes, or until lightly browned. Add toasted cashews and vinegar. Simmer for another 15 minutes and serve.
• It's even better the second day.

CASHEW CHILI

Steps:

• Chop the celery, onions, and bell pepper. Sauté them in olive oil until tender, about 10 minutes.
• Add tomatoes(with juice) and beans(with juices) and all spices. Cover and simmer for 5-10 minutes, until pleased with thickness. Add vinegar and cashews.
• Taste and adjust seasonings, remove bay leaf, and serve. Enjoy!