Best 6 Veggie Cashew Stir Fry Recipes

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Embark on a culinary adventure with our enticing Veggie-Cashew Stir-Fry, a vibrant dish that captivates the senses with its symphony of flavors and textures. This delectable stir-fry showcases a medley of crisp vegetables, tender-crisp tofu, and roasted cashews, all harmoniously blended in a savory sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. Discover two tantalizing variations: the Classic Veggie-Cashew Stir-Fry, a timeless favorite that celebrates the simplicity of fresh ingredients, and the Spicy Szechuan Veggie-Cashew Stir-Fry, a fiery rendition that ignites the palate with its bold and assertive flavors. Both recipes promise an explosion of colors, textures, and tastes that will leave you craving for more.

Check out the recipes below so you can choose the best recipe for yourself!

VEGGIE-CASHEW STIR-FRY



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Getting my meat-loving husband and two sons, ages 5 and 7, to eat more veggies had always been a struggle until I whipped up this stir-fry. I was shocked when they cleaned their plates and asked for seconds. -Abbey Hoffman, Ashland, Ohio

Provided by Taste of Home

Categories     Dinner

Time 35m

Yield 4 servings.

Number Of Ingredients 15

1/4 cup reduced-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup water
2 tablespoons brown sugar
2 tablespoons lemon juice
2 tablespoons olive oil
1 garlic clove, minced
2 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 cup coarsely chopped fresh baby carrots
1 small zucchini, cut into 1/4-inch slices
1 small sweet red pepper, coarsely chopped
1 small green pepper, coarsely chopped
4 green onions, sliced
2 cups cooked brown rice
1 can (8 ounces) sliced water chestnuts, drained
1/2 cup honey-roasted cashews

Steps:

  • In a small bowl, mix soy sauce, water, brown sugar and lemon juice until smooth; set aside., In a large skillet, heat oil over medium-high heat. Stir-fry garlic for 1 minute. Add vegetables; cook until vegetables are crisp-tender, 6-8 minutes., Stir soy sauce mixture and add to pan. Bring to a boil. Add rice and water chestnuts; heat through. Top with cashews.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 385 calories, Fat 16g fat (3g saturated fat), Cholesterol 0 cholesterol, Sodium 671mg sodium, Carbohydrate 56g carbohydrate (15g sugars, Fiber 6g fiber), Protein 9g protein.

CASHEW VEGGIE STIR FRY WITH CHICKEN OR TOFU



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Crisp veggies. Crunchy cashews. And tofu for the vegans or chicken for the meat-eaters. All in a savory-sweet, slightly spicy sauce. This recipe cooks up in two pans at the same time, so the process can be a bit hectic. But it's well worth the effort!

Provided by Kare for Kitchen Treaty

Time 50m

Number Of Ingredients 22

1 cup white basmati rice (cooked according to package instructions)
1/3 cup Tamari or low-sodium soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon to 1 tablespoon Asian chili-garlic sauce (to taste - I find 1 teaspoon has just the right amount of heat for us)
1 1/2 teaspoons ground ginger
1/2 pound boneless skinless chicken breasts (cut into 1-inch chunks)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
1/2 of a (14-ounce block extra-firm tofu, pressed and cut into 1-inch chunks)
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1/2 teaspoon kosher salt
1/4 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
2 tablespoons sesame oil (divided)
2 tablespoons olive oil (divided)
2 heaping cups broccoli florets (divided)
1 medium red bell pepper (diced (about 1 cup), divided)
1 cup shelled frozen edamame (divided (I have also used frozen green chickpeas - also great!))
2 medium cloves garlic (minced, divided)
1 cup unsalted whole cashews (roasted or raw; your preference, divided)
1 bunch green onions (sliced into rounds (about 1 cup), divided)

Steps:

  • Press your tofu. Set a layer of 5-6 paper towels on a plate. Add tofu and top with more paper towels. Place three or four more plates on top and let sit for 20-30 minutes. This will press the excess water out of the tofu. But watch your plates! You don't want them to topple and break (some use books to avoid this but I'm a plate girl myself).
  • Cook the rice according to package directions. You'll want to start the rice first because it may take the longest to cook.
  • Prep (IMPORTANT!) Cut all of your veggies ahead of time! This is key with stir fries, which cook superfast once you get them going. And it's especially important with this recipe because you'll have two pans going at once.
  • Make the sauce. To a small bowl, add the tamari or soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, chili-garlic sauce, and ginger. Mix until combined. Set aside.
  • Coat the tofu/chicken. Add the tofu to one gallon-size ziplock bag and the chicken to another. Add the 2 tablespoons corn starch, 1/2 teaspoon salt, and 1/4 teaspoon pepper to each bag. Seal and gently shake each bag to coat all of the pieces of tofu/meat with cornstarch.
  • Cook the tofu and chicken. You'll want to start the tofu about 3 minutes before you start the chicken because the tofu takes a bit longer to cook. Set a large non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Add 1 tablespoon sesame oil and 1 tablespoon olive oil to pan. When the oil is hot, add the tofu. Cook, stirring occasionally. After 3 minutes, set another large non-stick skillet on another burner over medium-high heat. Add the remaining oil. When the oil is hot, add the chicken. Cook both the tofu and chicken, stirring/flipping occasionally, about 4-5 more minutes, until the tofu is browned and the chicken is just about cooked through. (I use a designated spoon for each one so there's no cross-contamination).
  • Add the veggies. Divide the the broccoli, bell peppers, edamame, and garlic between the two pans. Cook 3-4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the veggies are getting tender.
  • Add the cashews, sauce, and scallions. Divide the cashews between the pans and cook, stirring occasionally, for another minute. Lower the heat to medium-low and divide the sauce between the two pans. Stir to combine, then let simmer for about 2 minutes, until the sauce has thickened and reduced slightly. Stir in the scallions, then remove from heat and ...
  • Serve. Scoop rice onto individual plates, scoop stir fry over rice, and eat!
  • Leftover instructions: Stir fry keeps for about 3 days. Store refrigerated in an airtight container.

VEGETABLE AND CASHEW STIR FRY



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Edamame (green soybeans) are one of my favorite beans. The beans, along with the nuts, make this a pretty substantial dish with no need for tofu or meat. The veggies add lots of vitamin A & C. This is mildly flavored, suitable for a family. Add garlic and/or red pepper flakes and/or sesame oil for a stronger taste. Since BF is not fond of broccoli we substituted asparagus. Serve over white or brown rice. From a vegetarian "minute meals" cookbook.

Provided by Kumquat the Cats fr

Categories     Rice

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 12

1 cup rice
1 1/2 cups vegetable broth
1/2 cup light soy sauce
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 tablespoon peanut oil or 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
2 cups red peppers, chopped
2 cups frozen edamame
2 cups broccoli florets or 2 cups asparagus, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 cup carrot, shredded
1 inch gingerroot, grated
1/2 cup cashews, roasted and unsalted
1 cup scallion, chopped

Steps:

  • In medium saucepan, prepare rice according to package directions.
  • If the cashews are unroasted, preheat oven to 400 degrees Fahrenheit, sprinkle cashews on cookie sheet and toast for about 10-12 minutes or until they start to turn brown.
  • Meanwhile, rinse edamame under cold water and drain.
  • In a cup, stir together the broth, soy sauce and cornstarch.
  • Heat the oil in a large wok or deep skillet (preferable nonstick) over high heat. Add the red pepper, edamame, asparagus (broccoli), carrots and ginger and stir fry for 3-4 minutes, or until asparagus (broccoli florets) is crisp-tender.
  • Add the cashews and scallions and stir fry for 2 more minutes.
  • Stir the broth mixture to recombine and add to the vegetables. Bring to a boil, and cook for 2 minutes, stirring, or until sauce is thickened and bubbly and the mixture is heated through. Serve over rice.

CASHEW VEGETABLE STIR-FRY



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Make and share this Cashew Vegetable Stir-Fry recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Lani D

Categories     Rice

Time 25m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 13

1 teaspoon canola oil
1 medium onion, sliced
2 garlic cloves, crushed
1 teaspoon gingerroot, grated
1 red capsicum, sliced
125 g snow peas
100 g baby corn, halved length ways
1 cup bean sprouts
1 bunch bok choy
1 tablespoon light soy sauce
1/2 teaspoon chili paste
1/2 cup cashews, raw, chopped roughly
1/2 cup uncooked rice

Steps:

  • Prepare Rice as per instructions.
  • Heat oil in wok and stir fry onion and garlic for 1 minute.
  • Add ginger and stir fry for a further minute. Capsicum, corn and snow peas next.
  • Add remaining ingredients and stir-fry for another 2 minutes or until heated through.
  • Spoon rice in bowl and top with mix.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 283.5, Fat 10, SaturatedFat 1.8, Sodium 504.6, Carbohydrate 42.2, Fiber 5.7, Sugar 8.6, Protein 10.6

CASHEW CHICKEN STIR FRY



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A healthy and delightful one dish meal. Low sodium soy sauce can be used.

Provided by Sweet B

Categories     World Cuisine Recipes     Asian

Time 40m

Yield 4

Number Of Ingredients 15

4 skinless, boneless chicken breast halves, cut into bite-size pieces
1 tablespoon Cajun seasoning blend (such as Tony Chachere's®), or to taste
1 ¼ cups chicken broth
1 tablespoon cornstarch
4 teaspoons soy sauce, divided
2 tablespoons olive oil, divided
2 cups shredded cabbage
25 sugar snap peas, chopped
10 small spears fresh asparagus, trimmed and cut into bite-size pieces
3 stalks celery, chopped
½ red bell pepper, cut into thin strips
2 green onions, chopped
1 (8 ounce) can sliced bamboo shoots, drained
½ cup cashews
1 pinch paprika, or to taste

Steps:

  • Sprinkle chicken pieces with Cajun seasoning.
  • Whisk chicken broth, cornstarch, and 3 teaspoons soy sauce together in a bowl until completely blended.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in a deep frying pan or wok over high heat. Cook and stir chicken in hot oil until cooked through, 6 to 10 minutes. Remove chicken from pan and drain any accumulated liquids.
  • Heat remaining 1 tablespoon olive oil in the frying pan or wok over high heat. Stir fry cabbage, snap peas, asparagus, celery, red bell pepper, green onions, and bamboo shoots for 1 minute. Stir in 1 teaspoon soy sauce. Continue cooking until vegetables are tender but still crisp, about 3 minutes.
  • Stir chicken into cabbage mixture. Pour chicken broth mixture over chicken mixture, reduce heat to medium, and simmer until sauce thickens, about 1 minute. Reduce heat to low; add cashews and cook until heated through, 1 minute. Sprinkle with paprika.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 615.1 calories, Carbohydrate 61.8 g, Cholesterol 71.1 mg, Fat 19 g, Fiber 16.8 g, Protein 44.3 g, SaturatedFat 3.6 g, Sodium 1224.6 mg, Sugar 5.3 g

CASHEW CHICKEN WITH STIR-FRY VEGETABLES



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Make and share this Cashew Chicken With Stir-Fry Vegetables recipe from Food.com.

Provided by Its Good to be Queen

Categories     Vegetable

Time 40m

Yield 4 serving(s)

Number Of Ingredients 8

1 (16 ounce) package cleaned & cut stir fry vegetables
3/4 lb boneless skinless chicken breast, sliced thinly
3 tablespoons water
1 1/2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 tablespoons vegetable oil
2 garlic cloves, minced
3/4 cup stir-fry sauce, Your favorite brand
1/2 cup unsalted roasted cashews

Steps:

  • Blanch vegetables 2-3 min in large pot of boiling salted water until crisp-tender. Drain; transfer to bowl of ice water. Drain and set aside.
  • Place chicken in small bowl. Add 1 Tbsp of water at a time, working in with hands until water is absorbed into chicken. Sprinkle cornstarch over chicken and work in with hands to coat all pieces.
  • Drizzle oil around sides of stir-fry pan; tilt pan to distribute evenly. Heat oil in pan on HIGH until oil faintly smokes. (If oil smokes too much, pan is too hot.)
  • Add chicken; stir fry 2 minute Add garlic; stir fry 1 min (careful not to burn). Add sauce; toss to coat. Remove chicken and sauce from pan; set aside. Wipe pan clean.
  • Return pan to heat. Drizzle oil around sides of pan; tilt pan to distribute evenly. Heat oil in pan on HIGH until oil faintly smokes. (If oil smokes too much, pan is too hot.) Stir fry vegetables 1 minute Return chicken and sauce to pan along with cashews; toss to heat through, about 30 seconds.

Tips

  • Prep your ingredients in advance: Cut your vegetables, mince your garlic and ginger, and measure out your sauce ingredients before you start cooking. This will help you save time and ensure that everything is cooked evenly.
  • Use a large skillet or wok: This will give you plenty of room to stir-fry your vegetables without overcrowding them.
  • Heat your skillet or wok over high heat: This will help to sear the vegetables and give them a nice caramelized flavor.
  • Don't overcrowd the skillet or wok: If you add too many vegetables at once, they will steam instead of stir-frying. Cook your vegetables in batches if necessary.
  • Stir-fry the vegetables until they are tender-crisp: You don't want to overcook them, or they will become mushy.
  • Add the sauce and cashews towards the end of cooking: This will help to prevent the sauce from burning.
  • Serve immediately: Veggie cashew stir-fry is best served hot and fresh out of the wok.

Conclusion

Veggie cashew stir-fry is a quick, easy, and healthy meal that is perfect for a weeknight dinner. It is packed with vegetables, protein, and healthy fats. The flavorful sauce and crunchy cashews add a delicious touch. This dish is sure to please everyone at the table. You can also experiment with different vegetables and sauces to create your own unique stir-fry recipes. For example, you could try adding broccoli, snow peas, or baby corn. You could also use a different type of sauce, such as a peanut sauce or a sweet and sour sauce. The possibilities are endless!

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