General Tsos Chicken
Authentic Chinese General Tsos Chicken — a delicious chicken dish with 20 ingredients. Follow our detailed step-by-step instructions for the perfect result.
15
Prep Time (min)
30
Cook Time (min)
4
servings
430
Calories/serving
Expert
Difficulty
Ingredients
- 1 Chicken Breast
- 3 cup Plain Flour
- 1 Egg
- 2 tbs Starch
- 1 tbs Baking Powder
- 1 tsp Salt
- 1 tsp Onion Salt
- 1 tsp Garlic Powder
- 3 cup Water
- 1 cup Chicken Stock
- 1 cup Duck Sauce
- 3 tbs Soy Sauce
- 2 tbs Honey
- 1 tbs Rice Vinegar
- 2 tbs Sesame Seed Oil
- 1 tbs Gochujang
- 2 tbs Starch
- 1 clove Garlic
- 2 chopped Spring Onions
- 1 tsp Ginger
Instructions
8 steps · ~53 minutes total
Step 1
DIRECTIONS: - SAUCE
3 minutesStep 2
In a bowl, add 2 Cups of water, 2 Tablespoon soy sauce, 2 Tablespoon white vinegar, sherry cooking wine, 1/4 Teaspoon white pepper, minced ginger, minced garlic, hot pepper, ketchup, hoisin sauce, and sugar.
5 minutesKeep your fingers curled under (claw grip) for safety when cutting.Step 3
Mix together well and set aside. - MARINATING THE CHICKEN
3 minutesStep 4
In a bowl, add the chicken, 1 pinch of salt, 1 pinch of white pepper, 2 egg whites, and 3 Tablespoon of corn starch - DEEP FRY THE CHICKEN
8 minutesTest the oil temperature with a small piece of food — it should sizzle immediately.Step 5
Deep fry the chicken at 350 degrees for 3-4 minutes or until it is golden brown and loosen up the chicken so that they don't stick together. Set the chicken aside. - STIR FRY
8 minutesMake sure your pan is hot before adding oil — this prevents sticking.Step 6
Add the sauce to the wok and then the broccoli and wait until it is boiling.
10 minutesUse a large pot to prevent boiling over. Add salt to the water for extra flavor.Step 7
To thicken the sauce, whisk together 2 Tablespoon of cornstarch and 4 Tablespoon of water in a bowl and slowly add to your stir-fry until it's the right thickness.
8 minutesMake sure your pan is hot before adding oil — this prevents sticking.Step 8
Next add in the chicken and stir-fry for a minute and serve on a plate
8 minutesMake sure your pan is hot before adding oil — this prevents sticking.
💡 Tips & Tricks
🔄 Variations
Storage & Reheating
Refrigerator
Up to 3 days in an airtight container
Freezer
Up to 2 months — thaw overnight in fridge
Reheat in a skillet or microwave until heated through.
What to Serve With
Complete your chinese meal with these perfect pairings:
About This Dish
General Tsos Chicken is a beloved dish from Chinese cuisine, originating in China. With a total preparation time of about 45 minutes, it makes for a satisfying weeknight dinner.
Chinese cuisine is one of the oldest and most diverse culinary traditions in the world, with thousands of years of history. Each of China's eight major regional cuisines offers unique flavors and cooking techniques.
This recipe is rated expert difficulty and uses 20 ingredients. Experienced cooks will appreciate the technique involved.
Frequently Asked Questions
General Tso's Chicken is a popular Chinese-American dish made with battered and deep-fried chicken pieces, tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce, and often garnished with green onions.
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Nutrition Facts
4 serving(s) per recipe
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Values are approximate and may vary based on ingredients used.
