Description
Indulge in the savory goodness of General Tso’s Chicken, a beloved dish that combines sweet and spicy flavors for an unforgettable meal. This easy-to-make recipe allows you to recreate the classic takeout experience in your own kitchen, making it perfect for family dinners or entertaining guests. With tender chicken pieces coated in a flavorful sauce made from ginger, garlic, and soy sauce, this dish is sure to tantalize your taste buds. Enjoy it over steamed rice or with stir-fried vegetables for a complete culinary experience that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb chicken thighs (cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup olive oil (for frying)
- 5 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 4 tbsp granulated sugar
- 2 tbsp minced ginger
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- Red pepper flakes (to taste)
Instructions
- Cut chicken into cubes and toss in cornstarch. Set aside.
- In a bowl, mix the sauce ingredients: soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes.
- Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium heat. Cook chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through; remove from skillet.
- Sauté garlic and ginger in the remaining oil until fragrant. Add sauce and simmer briefly.
- Return chicken to the skillet, tossing to coat evenly with sauce.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: Approximately 1 cup (200g)
- Calories: 300
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 620mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 20g
- Cholesterol: 100mg