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Crispy Chicken with Spicy Cashew Sauce Recipe

Crispy Chicken with Spicy Cashew Sauce

A delightful dish combining crispy fried chicken with a spicy and savory sauce, perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Course Main Course
Cuisine American
Servings 4 servings
Calories 400 kcal

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients

  • 1/3 cup canola or vegetable oil
  • 1 1/2 pounds chicken breast cut into bite-sized chunks
  • **Seasoned Rice Flour:**
  • 3/4 cup rice flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/8 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1/8 teaspoon paprika
  • 1/8 teaspoon baking powder
  • **Rice Flour Batter:**
  • 1 1/2 cups rice flour
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
  • 1 1/2 cups ice water
  • **Spicy Soy-Sherry Sauce:**
  • 1 cup hoisin sauce
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons red wine vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
  • 1/4 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 ounces fresh garlic minced
  • 1/4 teaspoon crushed red chili flakes
  • 8 ounces cashews
  • 6 green onions cut into 1/4" pieces

Instructions
 

  • In a bowl, mix together the rice flour, kosher salt, black pepper, paprika, and baking powder. Set aside.
  • In a separate bowl, combine the rice flour, all-purpose flour, kosher salt, black pepper, and ice water. Mix until smooth and keep the batter cold.
  • In a bowl, mix together the hoisin sauce, soy sauce, red wine vinegar, Sriracha sauce, granulated sugar, minced garlic, and crushed red chili flakes until well combined.
  • Toss the chicken pieces in the seasoned rice flour until well coated. Then, dip the floured chicken into the rice flour batter, ensuring each piece is fully covered.
  • In a large pan or wok, heat the canola oil over medium-high heat.
  • Add the battered chicken pieces to the pan. Cook for about 3 minutes on each side, or until they are browned and crispy.
  • Once the chicken is cooked, add the spicy soy-sherry sauce and cashews to the pan. Toss in the green onions and mix everything together until well coated.
  • Allow the mixture to cook for an additional 30 seconds to 1 minute, letting the sauce thicken slightly.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds, parsley, and crushed cashews if desired. Enjoy your delicious crispy chicken!

Notes

For a milder dish, reduce the amount of Sriracha sauce.
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