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General Tso Chicken Recipe

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  • Author: Kimberly
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Total Time: 40 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian-Inspired
  • Diet: Dairy-Free

Description

General Tso Chicken is a popular Asian-inspired dish featuring crispy, bite-sized pieces of chicken coated in a sweet and tangy sauce with a hint of spice. This recipe combines tender chicken thighs or breasts fried to golden perfection and tossed in a flavorful sauce made with soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin, and a touch of sugar. It’s garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, offering a perfect balance of savory, sweet, and spicy flavors, ideal served hot with steamed rice or vegetables.

Ingredients

Chicken and Coating

  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts (cut into bite-sized pieces)
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 eggs (beaten)
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 2 cloves garlic (minced)
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger (grated)
  • 1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
  • 2 green onions (sliced)
  • Sesame seeds for garnish (optional)

Sauce

  • 1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 1/3 cup sugar
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup water

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sugar, cornstarch, and water until smooth and well combined. Set aside for later use.
  2. Coat the Chicken: Toss the chicken pieces in cornstarch until they are well coated. Then dip each piece into the beaten eggs to ensure a crispy, golden exterior after frying.
  3. Fry the Chicken: Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Working in batches, fry the coated chicken pieces for about 3–4 minutes per side, or until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove the chicken and drain on a paper towel-lined plate to remove excess oil.
  4. Prepare the Base for the Sauce: Discard any excess oil from the pan but leave about 1 tablespoon for sautéing. Add the minced garlic, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes (if using) to the pan and sauté them for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  5. Cook the Sauce: Pour the prepared sauce into the pan with the garlic and ginger mixture. Stir continuously until the sauce begins to bubble and thicken, which should take about 2–3 minutes.
  6. Toss the Chicken in Sauce: Add the fried chicken back into the pan and toss it to coat evenly with the sauce. Cook everything together for another 2 minutes to ensure the chicken is heated through and fully coated.
  7. Garnish and Serve: Remove from heat. Garnish the dish with sliced green onions and optional sesame seeds. Serve hot alongside steamed rice or vegetables for a complete meal.

Notes

  • For a healthier alternative, bake or air-fry the chicken instead of pan-frying.
  • Adjust the sugar quantity in the sauce to taste if you prefer a less sweet dish.
  • Incorporate vegetables such as broccoli or bell peppers for added color and nutrition.

Find it online: https://slsrecipes.com/general-tso-chicken-recipe/