Crispy Cashew Chicken Recipe

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Ingredients:

Serving

2 egg whites
1 1/4 cup. finely chopped cashew nuts
2 whole chicken breasts, skinned , boned and thinly sliced
2 cup. peanut or vegetable oil
1/4 cup. cornstarch
1 tsp. sugar
2 tsp. salt
1 1/2 tbsp. dry sherry

Directions:

In small bowl, combine cornstarch, salt, sugar and sherry.
In separate bowl, beat egg white lightly until just frothy.
Gradually add cornstarch mixture.
Stir gently until blended.
Place chopped cashews on plate.
Dip chicken slices into egg mixture, then coat with cashews.
Place on waxed paper.
Pour oil into wok, place tempura rack onto wok, making sure rack is level and hooks rest securely on edge of wok.
Heat oil over medium to medium-high heat until it reaches 375 degrees.
Drop 5 or 6 slices of chicken carefully into hot oil, using a slotted spoon.
Fry until golden brown, about 2 to 3 minutes.
Remove from oil and place on tempura rack to drain and keep warm.
Continue frying remaining chicken pieces.
Makes about 32 appetizers.

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Nutrition Facts

Per Serving Per 100 g

Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories	561.23 Kcal (2350 kJ)
Calories from fat	374.52 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	41.61g	64%
Cholesterol	43.78mg	15%
Sodium	880.56mg	37%
Potassium	650.83mg	14%
Total Carbs	24.95g	8%
Sugars	4.07g	16%
Dietary Fiber	4.93g	20%
Protein	28g	56%
Vitamin C	0.4mg	1%
Iron	4.9mg	27%
Calcium	61.7mg	6%

Amount Per 100 g
Calories	400.71 Kcal (1678 kJ)
Calories from fat	267.41 Kcal
		% Daily Value*
Total Fat	29.71g	64%
Cholesterol	31.26mg	15%
Sodium	628.72mg	37%
Potassium	464.69mg	14%
Total Carbs	17.81g	8%
Sugars	2.9g	16%
Dietary Fiber	3.52g	20%
Protein	19.99g	56%
Vitamin C	0.3mg	1%
Iron	3.5mg	27%
Calcium	44.1mg	6%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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