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Cashew Curry Recipe
Overview:
- Name: Cashew Curry
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 30 minutes
- Description: A quick and easy vegetarian entree. Experiment using other liquids and nuts, adding celery or other vegetables. This is also good on a buffet table.
- Recipe Category: Soy/Tofu
- Keywords: Beans, Fruit, Vegetable, Nuts, < 30 Mins, Stove Top, Easy
- Aggregated Rating: 4.5 (based on 2 reviews)
- Calories: 310.3 per serving
- Fat Content: 19.4g
- Saturated Fat Content: 3.4g
- Cholesterol Content: 0mg
- Sodium Content: 248.4mg
- Carbohydrate Content: 29.2g
- Fiber Content: 6.3g
- Sugar Content: 10g
- Protein Content: 9.1g
- Servings: 4
Ingredients:
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 3/4 cup cashews
- 2 onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp curry powder
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp ginger, grated
- 1/4 cup water
- 1 block firm tofu, cubed
- 2 bell peppers, sliced
- 1 cup peas
Instructions:
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Heat oil in skillet over medium heat.
- Warm 2 tablespoons of olive oil in a skillet over medium heat.
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Add cashews and onion, sauté for 5 minutes.
- Add 3/4 cup of cashews and 2 chopped onions to the skillet. Sauté them for about 5 minutes until the onions are translucent and the cashews are lightly browned.
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Reduce heat and add curry, garlic, ginger, water, tofu, and peppers.
- Lower the heat to medium-low. Stir in 1 tablespoon of curry powder, 3 cloves of minced garlic, 1 tablespoon of grated ginger, 1/4 cup of water, the cubed firm tofu, and 2 sliced bell peppers.
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Cover and cook for 5 minutes.
- Cover the skillet and let the ingredients simmer together for 5 minutes, allowing the flavors to meld.
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Add peas and cook for 5 minutes more.
- Finally, add 1 cup of peas to the skillet and cook for an additional 5 minutes, until the peas are heated through and all the vegetables are tender.
Serving:
- Serve the Cashew Curry hot, garnished with fresh cilantro if desired. It pairs well with rice or naan bread.
Tips:
- You can customize this curry by adding other vegetables like celery, carrots, or spinach.
- For a richer flavor, you can use vegetable broth instead of water.
- Adjust the spiciness by adding more or less curry powder according to your preference.
This Cashew Curry recipe is not only delicious but also nutritious, packed with protein from tofu and cashews, and loaded with flavorful spices. It’s perfect for a quick weeknight meal or for entertaining guests at a buffet. Enjoy experimenting with different variations to suit your taste!
