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General Tso's Chicken

Cultural Context

General Tso's Chicken is a popular dish in Chinese-American cuisine, often served in Chinese restaurants across the United States. It is named after a 19th-century Chinese military leader, but its origins are debated, with some attributing its creation to chefs in the U.S. in the 1970s. The dish is characterized by its sweet and spicy sauce, making it a favorite among diners.

ChineseCNmain
45 min
medium
4 servings
Servings4
1 lb chicken breast
3 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons cornstarch
1 large egg
1/2 cup vegetable oil
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
4 green onions
2 red chili peppers
2 tablespoons sugar
2 tablespoons rice vinegar

Quantities are estimated based on standard recipes for your convenience. The actual ingredients used in this video are accurate.

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians; chicken thighs are often cheaper than breasts.

1

Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.

2

Marinate chicken in soy sauce, egg, and cornstarch.

3

Heat oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat.

4

Fry the chicken pieces until golden and crispy, then remove and set aside.

5

In the same pan, stir-fry garlic, ginger, and chili peppers until fragrant.

6

Add the fried chicken back to the pan along with sugar, rice vinegar, and soy sauce.

7

Toss everything together until well coated and heated through.

8

Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Cooking Techniques

fryingstir-frying

Spice Level:

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Dietary

low-carbketo

Allergens

soyegg
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Note

Origin of the dish is debated; some sources claim it was created in the U.S. rather than China.

Also Known As

General Tso'sTso's Chicken

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