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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
3lbs boneless chicken thigh
2Tbsp vinegar
2Tbsp soy sauce
4 Tbsp corn starch
1/2 cup flour all-purpose (Maida)
one egg
1/2 tsp baking powder
1/2 cup water
1 veggie cube
2 Tbsp Honey
3 Tbsp hoisin sauce
3 Tbsp soy sauce
2 Tbsp chilli sauce
2 Tbsp vinegar rice
1 Tbsp corn starch
1+1 Tbsp Ginger and Garlic chopped
sesame oil
green onion
sesame seeds

chicken

🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

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

1

Marinate chicken with vinegar, soy sauce, corn starch, flour, egg, and baking powder.

2

Deep-fry the marinated chicken until golden and crispy.

3

Prepare the sauce by combining water (or chicken broth), veggie cube, honey, hoisin sauce, soy sauce, chili sauce, rice vinegar, and corn starch in a pan.

4

Cook the sauce until thickened.

5

Add the fried chicken to the sauce and toss to coat.

6

Garnish with chopped ginger, garlic, sesame oil, green onion, and sesame seeds before serving.

Cooking Techniques

fryingstir-frying

Equipment Needed

pan

Spice Level:

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Dietary

contains meat

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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