5 delicious recipes featuring cashew nuts
What's the story
Cashew nuts, packed with nutrients and boasting a unique flavor, bring a satisfying crunch and creaminess to a wide range of dishes. They are perfect for both savory and sweet culinary creations. Discover the magic of cashews with these five delicious recipes, spanning from curries to desserts.
Savory delight
Creamy cashew nut curry
This cashew curry is creamy, fragrant, and the ultimate comfort food. Begin by soaking one cup of cashews in water for 30 minutes. Blend them into a smooth paste and set aside. In a pan, saute onions, garlic, ginger, and tomatoes until soft. Add turmeric, cumin, coriander powder, and salt to taste. Stir in the cashew paste and cook until thickened. Serve hot with rice or bread.
Quick meal
Cashew nut stir-fry
For a fast meal, toast half a cup of cashews until golden. Remove and keep. Heat oil in the same pan, and toss in sliced bell peppers, broccoli, carrots, and snap peas. Stir-fry for five minutes. Season with soy sauce or tamari (if you are following a gluten-free diet) and sprinkle with the toasted cashews.
Smooth spread
Cashew nut butter spread
Make your own delicious homemade nut butter with just two ingredients: raw unsalted cashews (2 cups) and salt (optional). Simply roast the nuts at 350°F (around 175°C) for 10 minutes, allow them to cool slightly, and then blend them in a food processor or high-speed blender until they reach a smooth buttery consistency; add salt if desired during the blending process.
Dessert treats
Sweet cashew nut bars
These bars are the perfect treat, blending the natural sweetness of dates with the satisfying crunch of chopped, roasted, salted cashews. Blended together, they create a delicious base layer that's pressed firmly onto a parchment-lined baking tray. Then comes the magic: melted dark chocolate is generously drizzled on top. A little chill time in the fridge until firm, a quick slice into squares, and you're ready to indulge anytime the craving strikes!
Flavorful side
Spiced cashew rice pilaf
Take your meal to the next level by serving this flavorful spiced rice pilaf. Infused with aromatic spices, it features perfectly cooked basmati rice. Gently tossed in a blend of toasted whole cashews, raisins, cinnamon stick, cardamom pods, and bay leaf, it's simmered until the broth is fully absorbed. The result is a fragrant and fluffy side dish that enhances the main course!