Description
Experience the irresistible flavors of General Tso’s Chicken right in your kitchen with this quick and easy recipe. This popular Chinese takeout dish features tender chicken pieces coated in a crispy cornstarch crust, tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce that will have everyone asking for seconds. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, this homemade version guarantees freshness and allows you to customize the spice level to suit your taste. Serve it over fluffy rice or alongside vibrant vegetables for a complete meal that’s sure to impress. Elevate your dinner routine with this delightful dish that captures the essence of traditional Chinese cuisine.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lb chicken thighs (trimmed and cut into 1-inch pieces)
- 1/2 cup corn starch
- 1/4 cup extra light olive oil (for frying)
- 2 tbsp minced ginger
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1/2 cup cold water
- 5 tbsp low sodium soy sauce
- 3 tbsp rice vinegar
- 4 tbsp granulated sugar
Instructions
- Cut chicken into cubes, coat with cornstarch, and set aside.
- Mix sauce ingredients: ginger, garlic, water, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar; whisk until smooth.
- Heat oil in a non-stick skillet over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden and cooked through.
- Remove chicken and sauté garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes until fragrant.
- Add prepared sauce to the skillet; simmer briefly before adding back the chicken to coat evenly.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 cup (approximately 200g)
- Calories: 330
- Sugar: 14g
- Sodium: 850mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 30g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 90mg