Description
Mary Berry’s hoisin chicken is a stir-fried dish where thin strips of chicken breast are cooked with hoisin sauce, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and crunchy cashew nuts. The result is a glossy, savory-sweet meal packed with texture and rich umami flavor, inspired by Asian cooking but simplified for home kitchens.
Ingredients
- 500g chicken breast – Thinly sliced into strips
- 3 tbsp hoisin sauce – Sweet and savory base flavor
- 2 tbsp light soy sauce – Adds saltiness and depth
- 1 tbsp sesame oil – For aromatic cooking
- 2 garlic cloves, minced – Adds sharp flavor
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated – Adds warmth and zing
- 100g roasted unsalted cashews – For crunch and nutty flavor
- 1 red bell pepper, sliced – Optional, for color and texture
- 2 spring onions, sliced – For garnish and mild onion flavor
- 1 tbsp vegetable oil – For stir-frying
Instructions
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Step 1: Marinate the chicken
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In a bowl, combine sliced chicken with 1 tbsp hoisin sauce and 1 tbsp soy sauce.
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Let it sit for 10–15 minutes to absorb flavor.
Step 2: Prep the sauce
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In a small bowl, mix the remaining hoisin sauce, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic.
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Set aside.
Step 3: Stir-fry the chicken
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Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat.
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Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden and cooked through.
Step 4: Add veggies and sauce
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Toss in bell pepper slices and cook for 2–3 minutes until just tender.
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Pour in the sauce mixture and stir well to coat everything evenly.
Step 5: Finish with cashews
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Stir in the cashews and cook for another 2 minutes.
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Drizzle with sesame oil and stir again.
Step 6: Garnish and serve
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Sprinkle with spring onions.
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Serve hot with steamed jasmine rice or noodles.
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