Cashew Shrimp

Elevate your weeknight dinner game with this irresistible Cashew Shrimp recipe—a vibrant combination of succulent shrimp, crunchy toasted cashews, and crisp bell peppers tossed in a glossy, umami-packed sauce. Ready in just 25 minutes, this Asian-inspired stir-fry perfectly balances savory soy and oyster sauces with a hint of sweetness from honey, making it both satisfying and crowd-pleasing. The quick stir-fry technique ensures the vegetables retain their crunch, while the toasted cashews add a delightful nutty flavor and texture. Serve this dish over steamed rice or noodles for a complete, wholesome meal that rivals your favorite takeout. Perfect for shrimp lovers and busy weeknights, this Cashew Shrimp is a must-try recipe brimming with bold flavors and wholesome ingredients.

Nutriscore Rating: 71/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:10 mins

Total Time:25 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 450 grams large shrimp (peeled and deveined)
• 100 grams raw cashews
• 3 tablespoons soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons oyster sauce
• 1 tablespoon honey
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 teaspoon cornstarch
• 60 milliliters water
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 3 pieces garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 medium green bell pepper (diced)
• 1 medium red bell pepper (diced)
• 1 medium yellow onion (sliced)
• 2 stalks green onions (sliced)
• 0.5 teaspoon salt
• 0.25 teaspoon black pepper

Directions

Step 1

In a small bowl, prepare the sauce by whisking together soy sauce, oyster sauce, honey, sesame oil, cornstarch, and water. Set aside.

Step 2

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Add the raw cashews and dry-toast them for 2-3 minutes, stirring frequently, until golden and fragrant. Remove the cashews and set aside.

Step 3

Increase the heat to medium-high and add 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Once hot, add the shrimp and season with salt and black pepper. Cook for 2-3 minutes per side or until the shrimp are pink and fully cooked. Remove from the skillet and set aside.

Step 4

In the same skillet, add the remaining 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil. Sauté the minced garlic for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 5

Add the diced green bell pepper, red bell pepper, and sliced yellow onion. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are slightly tender but still crisp.

Step 6

Return the cooked shrimp and toasted cashews to the skillet. Stir well to combine.

Step 7

Pour the prepared sauce over the shrimp and vegetables. Stir continuously for 1-2 minutes until the sauce thickens and evenly coats the ingredients.

Step 8

Garnish with sliced green onions and serve hot over steamed rice or noodles.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1164.1g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	1605.0

Total Fat 86.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 14.2g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 22.7g
Cholesterol 878.8mg	0%
Sodium 4665.6mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 89.4g	0%
Dietary Fiber 11.4g	0%
Total Sugars 38.0g
Protein 136.1g	0%

Vitamin D 0IU	0%
Calcium 308.5mg	0%
Iron 10.9mg	0%
Potassium 2782.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 46.4%

Protein: 32.4%

Carbs: 21.3%