Stir-Fried Celery with Cashews
A quick and flavorful Chinese home-style dish combining crunchy celery with toasted cashews. Ready in under 30 minutes, this轻食makes a nutritious side or light main course.
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This classic Chinese pairing brings together the fresh, slightly peppery crunch of celery with the rich, buttery flavor of toasted cashews. The dish is quickly stir-fried to preserve the vegetables' texture and vibrant color.
Ingredients
celery stalks
4-5 stalks, cut into 4cm diamond pieces
raw cashew nuts
1/2 cup
carrot
1 medium, cut into diamond shapes
vegetable oil
3 tablespoons
garlic
2 cloves, minced
salt
to taste
optional: pinch of sugar
for balance
Instructions
1
Prep the vegetables
Wash the celery stalks thoroughly and cut them into roughly 4cm diamond-shaped pieces. Peel the carrot and slice it into similar diamond shapes. Having all pieces similar in size ensures even cooking.
2
Toast the cashews
Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok or large skillet over medium heat. Add the raw cashews and stir continuously until they turn a light golden brown, about 3-4 minutes. Watch carefully to avoid burning. Remove and set aside.
3
Stir-fry the vegetables
Add the remaining oil to the wok. Toss in the minced garlic and stir briefly until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Add the carrot first since it takes longer to cook, stir-fry for 1 minute, then add the celery. Cook for another 2-3 minutes, keeping the vegetables crisp-tender.
4
Combine and season
Return the toasted cashews to the wok. Season with salt and a tiny pinch of sugar if desired. Toss everything together for about 30 seconds until well combined. Serve immediately while hot.
