How to Make the Crispiest General Tso's Chicken at Home | Kenji's Cooking Show

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🥗Healthier: tofu

💰Cheaper: chicken thighs

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

Cut boneless skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized chunks.

Whisk together egg white and yolk until frothy.

Add 2 tablespoons of shaoxing wine, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, and 2 tablespoons of vodka to the egg mixture and mix well.

In a separate bowl, combine 1/2 cup of all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup of cornstarch, 1/2 teaspoon of baking powder, and a pinch of salt.

Reserve half of the marinade and set aside.

Add 3 tablespoons of cornstarch and 1/4 teaspoon of baking soda to the remaining marinade and mix until it reaches a thin batter consistency.

Massage the marinade into the chicken pieces and let marinate for up to overnight.

Combine the reserved marinade with the dry ingredients to create a thicker coating for the chicken.

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).

Coat the marinated chicken pieces in the batter and carefully lower them into the hot oil.

Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch.

Remove the fried chicken and drain on paper towels before serving.

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