1whole Serrano pepperstem and seeds removed, diced
2clovesgarlicpeeled and diced
For the Pasta:
2servings whole wheat spaghetti
Water for boiling the pasta
2teaspoonssaltfor boiling the pasta
For the Stir Fry:
2tablespoonsolive oil
2boneless skinless chicken breastscut into thin slices
20wholeChinese pea podsstems cut off
1/2of a red bell pepperstem and seeds removed, cut into very thin strips
2whole baby bok choycoarsely chopped in large pieces
1/2cupsliced carrotsslices cut diagonally 1/2 inch thick
2green onionseach onion (including the green tops) cut into 5 to 6 pieces
firmly cooked (al dente) whole wheat spaghetti pasta
For Garnish:
1/4cup (heaping)whole cashews
1/4cupchopped cilantro
Instructions
For the Marinade:
In a medium size bowl, add soy sauce, sesame oil, fish sauce, garlic and serrano pepper. Stir together.
To the marinade, add the chicken. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes if you have the time.
For the Pasta:
To a medium size saucepan, add water and salt. Bring the water to a boil and add the pasta. Stir.
Let cook while stirring occasionally until the pasta is al dente (according to package instructions).
Then drain the pasta (don't rinse).
Don’t rinse the pasta after cooking it. When pasta is rinsed, the starch is removed. The starch on pasta helps to hold and absorb the sauce so it’s important to keep the starch on the pasta.
For the Stir-Fry (start this while the pasta is cooking):
Heat a large skillet on medium heat and add olive oil.
To the pan, add carrots, green onions, and red bell pepper. Stir.
To the pan, add the chicken and all of the marinade. Stir the veggies and chicken together.
Add the bok choy and Chinese pea pods. Continue stirring until the chicken is thoroughly cooked (about 8 to 10 minutes).
About the same time that the pasta is done cooking, the stir-fry should be about done cooking.
To the serving plates, add warm pasta and top with the warm stir-fry.
For Garnish:
Garnish with cashews and cilantro.
Add a couple dashes of soy sauce if you like and serve while warm.
Notes
TIP:
Don’t rinse the pasta after cooking it. When pasta is rinsed, the starch is removed. The starch on pasta helps to hold and absorb the sauce so it’s important to keep the starch on the pasta.