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Originating from Chinese-American cuisine, Sesame Chicken is a popular dish that combines crispy chicken with a sweet and savory sauce. It reflects the adaptation of traditional Chinese flavors to suit Western palates. Today, it is enjoyed in Chinese restaurants worldwide, often served with rice and vegetables, and has inspired many variations, including healthier versions using baked chicken.

Ingredients

  • chicken breast
  • cornstarch
  • soy sauce
  • sesame oil
  • honey
  • garlic
  • ginger
  • green onions
  • sesame seeds
  • vegetable oil
  • broccoli
  • bell pepper
  • carrots
  • rice

Instructions

  1. 1Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces and toss with cornstarch until coated.
  2. 2Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat until shimmering.
  3. 3Add chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown, about 5-7 minutes.
  4. 4Remove chicken from skillet and set aside.
  5. 5In the same skillet, add garlic and ginger; sauté for 30 seconds until fragrant.
  6. 6Add broccoli, bell pepper, and carrots; stir-fry until tender, about 3-4 minutes.
  7. 7Return chicken to the skillet and pour in soy sauce, honey, and sesame oil; stir to combine.
  8. 8Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until heated through.
  9. 9Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions over the top before serving.
  10. 10Serve hot over cooked rice.

Ingredient Alternatives

chicken breast

Healthier: tofu

Cheaper: chicken thighs

Tofu is lower in calories and suitable for vegetarians.

soy sauce

Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake.

honey

Healthier: agave syrup

Cheaper: sugar

Agave syrup is a vegan alternative to honey.

sesame oil

Healthier: olive oil

Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier and can be used in place of sesame oil.

Techniques

stir-fryingsautéing

Equipment

large skilletcutting boardknifemixing bowlmeasuring spoons
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Also Known As

Sesame Chicken Stir-FrySesame Chicken with Broccoli

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.

Ingredients

  • chicken
  • soy sauce
  • cornstarch
  • egg
  • vegetable oil
  • garlic
  • ginger
  • green onions
  • red chili peppers
  • sugar
  • rice vinegar

Instructions

  1. 1Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces.
  2. 2Marinate chicken in soy sauce, egg, and cornstarch.
  3. 3Heat oil in a wok or large pan over medium-high heat.
  4. 4Fry the chicken pieces until golden and crispy, then remove and set aside.
  5. 5In the same pan, stir-fry garlic, ginger, and chili peppers until fragrant.
  6. 6Add the fried chicken back to the pan along with sugar, rice vinegar, and soy sauce.
  7. 7Toss everything together until well coated and heated through.
  8. 8Garnish with chopped green onions before serving.

Ingredient Alternatives

chicken

Healthier: tofu

Cheaper: chicken thighs

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

Techniques

fryingstir-frying

Equipment

woklarge panmixing bowlspatula
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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

Ingredients

  • 1 lb ground pork
  • 1 cup finely chopped cabbage
  • 1/2 cup chopped green onions
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tsp ginger, grated
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • 1 package dumpling wrappers
  • 1/2 cup peanut butter
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp chili paste

Instructions

  1. 1In a large bowl, combine ground pork, chopped cabbage, green onions, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix well until all ingredients are evenly incorporated.
  2. 2Take a dumpling wrapper and place about 1 tablespoon of the pork mixture in the center.
  3. 3Moisten the edges of the wrapper with water, fold it in half, and pinch the edges to seal. Repeat with remaining wrappers and filling.
  4. 4In a large pot, bring water to a boil. Place dumplings in the pot, making sure not to overcrowd. Cook for about 5-7 minutes or until they float to the top and are cooked through.
  5. 5While the dumplings are cooking, prepare the peanut sauce by whisking together peanut butter, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and chili paste in a bowl until smooth.
  6. 6Once dumplings are cooked, remove them from the pot and drain.
  7. 7Serve the dumplings hot with the peanut sauce on the side for dipping.

Equipment

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