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Chicken & Cashew Noodles Recipe


  • Author: Cleo
  • Total Time: 30 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

A vibrant and flavorful stir-fried dish featuring tender chicken strips, crunchy cashews, and colorful vegetables tossed with flat rice noodles in a savory, slightly sweet Asian-inspired sauce. Perfect for a quick and satisfying gluten-free meal.


Ingredients

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For the Noodles and Stir-Fry

  • 250g dried flat rice noodles
  • 1 tbsp garlic-infused oil
  • 2 red peppers, chopped into thin strips
  • 2 medium carrots, thinly sliced on the diagonal
  • 2 chicken breasts, chopped into thin strips
  • 150g cashews
  • ½ tsp dried chilli flakes (optional)
  • Sliced spring onions, to serve
  • Chopped coriander, to serve

For the Sauce

  • 4½ tbsp gluten-free soy sauce
  • 1½ tsp gluten-free white or red miso paste
  • 1 tsp ginger paste
  • 1½ tbsp dark brown sugar
  • 1 tsp gluten-free plain flour
  • 1 tbsp water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the sauce: In a small bowl, combine the gluten-free soy sauce, miso paste, ginger paste, dark brown sugar, gluten-free plain flour, and 1 tbsp water. Mix well until smooth and set aside to allow the flavors to develop.
  2. Cook the noodles: Follow the package instructions to cook the dried flat rice noodles until just tender. Drain and set aside, ensuring they don’t stick together.
  3. Stir-fry the vegetables: Heat the garlic-infused oil in a large wok over high heat. Add the red pepper strips and sliced carrots, frying for several minutes until they are lightly browned but still crisp.
  4. Cook the chicken: Add the chopped chicken strips to the wok with the vegetables and stir-fry for about 2 minutes or until the chicken pieces turn slightly golden and are cooked through.
  5. Combine noodles and sauce: Add the cooked rice noodles to the wok and toss with the chicken and vegetables. Pour in the prepared sauce and add the cashews, continuing to stir-fry until all the ingredients are well coated and the sauce becomes slightly sticky.
  6. Finish and serve: Sprinkle with dried chilli flakes if desired, then garnish with sliced spring onions and chopped coriander. Serve immediately for the best taste and texture.

Notes

  • You can substitute cashews with peanuts or almonds if preferred.
  • Adjust the amount of chilli flakes to control the spiciness.
  • Ensure to use gluten-free soy sauce and miso paste to keep the dish gluten-free.
  • For extra flavor, add a splash of lime juice before serving.
  • Chicken breasts can be swapped with tofu for a vegetarian version.
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Stir-frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

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