Sichuan Broccoli and Cashew Stir-Fry with Chili Garlic Sauce

A flavorful and spicy stir-fry featuring crisp-tender broccoli florets and crunchy cashews, coated in a vibrant chili garlic sauce with ginger and sesame oil.

Prep Time

15 minutes

Total Time

30 minutes

Calories

365

Level

Easy

Yields

4 servings

Cost

£0.99

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Ingredients

Servings

1lbBroccoli florets(Cut into bite-sized pieces)

£1.30

0.5cupRaw cashews(Unsalted)

£1.75

4clovesGarlic(Minced)

£0.20

1tbspFresh ginger(Minced)

£0.15

2tbspChili garlic sauce(Adjust to taste depending on spice preference. Sambal Oelek or other chili paste can be substituted.)

£0.25

2tbspSoy sauce(Low sodium recommended)

£0.10

1tbspRice vinegar

£0.05

1tspSesame oil(For flavor)

£0.12

2tbspVegetable oil(For stir-frying)

£0.03

1tspCornstarch(Optional, for thickening sauce)

£0.01

1tbspWater(Optional, to mix with cornstarch)

Total Cost

£3.96

£0.99 per serving

The Method

1
In a small bowl, whisk together chili garlic sauce, soy sauce, rice vinegar. If using cornstarch, dissolve it in 1 tbsp of water and add to sauce. Set aside.
2
Heat vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Add cashews and stir-fry until lightly golden and fragrant, about 2-3 minutes. Remove cashews from the wok and set aside.
3
Add garlic and ginger to the wok and stir-fry for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
4
Add broccoli florets to the wok and stir-fry for 3-5 minutes, until they are bright green and slightly tender-crisp. Add a tablespoon or two of water to the wok if the broccoli starts to stick.
5
Pour the chili garlic sauce mixture over the broccoli and stir-fry for another 1-2 minutes, until the broccoli is evenly coated and the sauce has thickened slightly.
6
Return the cashews to the wok and stir-fry to combine.
7
Remove from heat and drizzle with sesame oil. Stir gently to incorporate.
8
Serve immediately.

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My Notes

Nutrition Information

Nutrition per serving (250g)

365 kcal / 1527 kJ

Carbs

26g

10% of RDA

Fat

25g

36% of RDA

Protein

13g

26% of RDA

Detailed Breakdown

Fibre

7 g

23% of RDA

Sugar

7 g

8% of RDA

Sodium

780 mg

34% of RDA

Saturated Fat

4 g

20% of RDA

Chef's Tips

For extra flavor, toast the cashews in the oven at 350°F (175°C) for 5-7 minutes before stir-frying.

Adjust the amount of chili garlic sauce to your preference. If you like it extra spicy, add more!

If you want a sweeter sauce, add a teaspoon of brown sugar or honey to the sauce mixture.

Serve this dish over rice or noodles for a complete meal.

Cooking Equipment

Wok or large skillet

Cutting board

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