General Tso's Chicken

This classic General Tso's Chicken features crispy fried chicken coated in a flavorful sweet and spicy sauce. A perfect takeout-style dish to make at home, it's sure to be a family favorite!

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

2 lbs chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces

1 cup cornstarch

2 large eggs, beaten

Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Sauce:

1 ½ tablespoons vegetable oil

1 tablespoon garlic, minced

1 tablespoon ginger, minced

½ cup low-sodium soy sauce

½ cup rice vinegar

1 tablespoon hoisin sauce

½ cup sugar

¼ cup water

1 tablespoon cornstarch (to thicken)

For Garnish:

Green onions, chopped

Sesame seeds

Directions:

Prepare the Chicken:

In a bowl, toss the chicken pieces with beaten eggs. Then, coat each piece in cornstarch until evenly covered.

Fry the Chicken:

Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden and crispy, about 5-6 minutes per batch. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate to drain any excess oil.

Make the Sauce:

In a small saucepan, heat 1 ½ tablespoons of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing for about 30 seconds until fragrant. Stir in the soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sugar, and water. Bring to a simmer.

Thicken the Sauce:

In a small bowl, mix 1 tablespoon of cornstarch with a bit of water to make a slurry. Slowly add the slurry to the sauce, stirring until the sauce thickens.

Coat the Chicken:

Add the fried chicken pieces to the sauce and toss to coat evenly.

Serve:

Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot over rice or with steamed vegetables.

Prep Time: 20 minutes | Cooking Time: 30 minutes | Total Time: 50 minutes

Kcal: 450 kcal per serving | Servings: 4 servings

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