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General Tso's Chicken

A delightful homemade dish featuring crispy chicken pieces enveloped in a sweet and spicy sauce, perfect for cozy family dinners.
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Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 25 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Dinner, Main Course
Cuisine: Asian, Chinese
Calories: 350
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

Main Ingredients
  • 1 lb Chicken Breasts Tender, boneless pieces are perfect for frying.
  • ½ cup Cornstarch For that delightful crispiness when frying.
  • 1 Egg, beaten Helps the cornstarch stick to the chicken.
  • ½ cup Soy Sauce Use low-sodium if you’re watching your salt intake.
  • ¼ cup Brown Sugar Adds sweetness and depth; feel free to experiment with coconut sugar for a healthier version.
  • 2 tbsp Rice Vinegar Essential for that balancing tartness.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Fresh garlic adds a wonderful aroma.
  • 1 tbsp Ginger, minced Brings a refreshing warmth to the flavor profile.
  • to taste Red Pepper Flakes Adjust depending on your spice preference.
  • Green Onions, for garnish Adds crunch and color when sprinkled on top.
  • 1 tbsp Sesame Oil A touch of luxury and depth; it brings everything together.

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Cut your chicken breasts into bite-sized pieces, ensuring they’re uniform for even cooking.
  2. In a bowl, mix the beaten egg and cornstarch. Add the chicken pieces, making sure each piece is well-coated. Set aside.
Sauce and Frying
  1. In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, minced ginger, and red pepper flakes.
  2. Heat a generous amount of oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Once hot, carefully add the chicken in batches, frying until golden brown (about 3-4 minutes per side). Remove chicken from the skillet and place on paper towels to drain.
Combining
  1. In the same skillet, pour in the sauce mixture and bring to a simmer until thicken.
  2. Add the fried chicken back to the skillet, tossing to coat in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
Serving
  1. Remove from heat, drizzle with sesame oil, and sprinkle with sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

Leftovers can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to three days or frozen for up to three months. To reheat, warm in a skillet over medium heat with a splash of water.