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General Tso's Chicken Delicious Dish

General Tso’s Chicken

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4.7 from 121 reviews

General Tso’s Chicken is a delightful combination of crispy chicken pieces coated in a sweet and spicy sauce, making it the perfect dish for any gathering or family dinner.

  • Total Time: 45 minutes
  • Yield: Serves 4

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, diced
  • 2 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 4 garlic cloves, minced
  • 3 green onions, chopped
  • 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp red pepper flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 2 cups vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil

Instructions

  1. 1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, honey, ginger, garlic, and rice vinegar. Add diced chicken and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
  2. 2. Coat the chicken: Drain excess marinade and toss the chicken pieces in cornstarch until evenly coated.
  3. 3. Heat oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  4. 4. Fry the chicken: Carefully add coated chicken pieces to hot oil and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per side.
  5. 5. Prepare the sauce: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, red pepper flakes, and a little water. Simmer until slightly thickened.
  6. 6. Combine everything: Add fried chicken back to the pan with green onions and pour sauce over. Toss gently to coat.

Notes

  •  For a vegetarian version, substitute chicken with tofu or seitan.
  • Add your favorite vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli for extra nutrition.
  • Author: Sophie
  • Prep Time: 30 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Main
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Asian

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
  • Calories: 320
  • Sugar: 9g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 2g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 22g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 70mg