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General Tso Sauce

Cultural Context

General Tso's Sauce is a staple in American Chinese cuisine, named after a 19th-century Chinese general. While its origins are debated, the sauce is known for its sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy flavor, often used in stir-fried dishes. Today, it has gained popularity worldwide, with various adaptations appearing in restaurants and home kitchens.

ChineseCNother
15 min
easy
4 servings
Servings4
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup sugar
2 tablespoons cornstarch
3 cloves garlic
1 tablespoon ginger
2 tablespoons chili paste
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1/2 cup water
1/4 cup green onions
1/2 teaspoon black pepper
1 teaspoon red pepper flakes

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

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is a less salty alternative.

rice vinegar

🥗Healthier: apple cider vinegar

💰Cheaper: white vinegar

Apple cider vinegar offers a milder flavor, while white vinegar is more economical.

sugar

🥗Healthier: honey

💰Cheaper: agave syrup

Honey provides a natural sweetness, while agave syrup is often cheaper.

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot is a natural thickener, while potato starch is often less expensive.

1

Combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, and sugar in a bowl.

2

Mix cornstarch with water in a separate bowl until smooth.

3

Add minced garlic and ginger to the soy sauce mixture.

4

Stir in chili paste and sesame oil for flavor.

5

Combine both mixtures in a saucepan over medium heat.

6

Cook, stirring constantly until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.

7

Remove from heat and let cool slightly.

8

Garnish with sliced green onions, black pepper, and red pepper flakes.

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Allergens

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Also Known As

General Tso's SauceTso Sauce

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