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General Tso's Sauce

Cultural Context

General Tso's Sauce is a staple in American-Chinese cuisine, named after a 19th-century Chinese general. It has become a beloved dish in Chinese restaurants across the United States, known for its sweet, tangy, and spicy flavor profile. While the original dish is said to be based on a Hunan recipe, the sauce has evolved to suit Western tastes, making it a symbol of culinary fusion.

ChineseCNother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1 cup Chicken Stock
2 tbsp Rice Vinegar
¼ cup Soy Sauce
2 tbsp Hoisin Sauce
½ tsp Freshly Minced Garlic
1 tsp Freshly Grated Ginger
3 tbsp Brown Sugar
¼ tsp Red Pepper Flakes
¼ tsp Ground White Pepper
1 tbsp Cornstarch
1 tsp Tomato Ketchup (Optional)

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos offer a similar flavor.

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar adds a fruity note, while white vinegar is more affordable.

chili paste

🥗Healthier: sriracha

💰Cheaper: red pepper flakes

Sriracha provides a similar heat with added flavor, while red pepper flakes are more cost-effective.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is a budget-friendly alternative.

1

Combine all the ingredients in a large mixing bowl

2

Use a whisk to combine everything until well mixed

3

Transfer the mixed sauce to a saucepan and let simmer for 3-5 minutes over medium-low heat until the sauce thickens

4

Use as desired!

Cooking Techniques

mixing

Equipment Needed

mixing bowlwhisksaucepan

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Allergens

soysesame

Also Known As

General Tso's Chicken SauceTso's Sauce

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