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Mary Berry Hoisin Chicken With Cashews

Mary Berry Hoisin Chicken With Cashews
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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

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  • 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

  • Step 1: Marinate the chicken

    • In a bowl, combine sliced chicken with 1 tbsp hoisin sauce and 1 tbsp soy sauce.

    • Let it sit for 10–15 minutes to absorb flavor.

    Step 2: Prep the sauce

    • In a small bowl, mix the remaining hoisin sauce, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic.

    • Set aside.

    Step 3: Stir-fry the chicken

    • Heat vegetable oil in a wok over medium-high heat.

    • Add the marinated chicken and cook for 5–6 minutes until golden and cooked through.

    Step 4: Add veggies and sauce

    • Toss in bell pepper slices and cook for 2–3 minutes until just tender.

    • Pour in the sauce mixture and stir well to coat everything evenly.

    Step 5: Finish with cashews

    • Stir in the cashews and cook for another 2 minutes.

    • Drizzle with sesame oil and stir again.

    Step 6: Garnish and serve

    • Sprinkle with spring onions.

    • Serve hot with steamed jasmine rice or noodles.

Find it online: https://britishbakingrecipes.co.uk/mary-berry-hoisin-chicken-with-cashews/