Description
General Tso’s Chicken is a delightful fusion of crispy, tender chicken and a sweet-spicy sauce that tantalizes the taste buds. This homemade version brings authentic flavor to your kitchen in just a few simple steps, making it an ideal dish for dinner parties or a cozy night in. Pair it with rice or vegetables for a satisfying meal that will have everyone asking for seconds.
Ingredients
Scale
- 4 boneless, skinless chicken breasts (about 1 lb), cut into bite-sized pieces
- 2 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 1-inch piece fresh ginger, grated
- 2 large eggs
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1/4 cup low-sodium soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp cornstarch
- Oil for frying (about 1 cup)
Instructions
- 1. Marinate the chicken: In a bowl, mix soy sauce, cornstarch, and eggs until smooth. Add chicken pieces and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2. Prepare the coating: In another bowl, season flour with salt and pepper. Dredge marinated chicken in flour until evenly coated.
- 3. Fry the chicken: Heat oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown (about 3 minutes per side). Drain on paper towels.
- 4. Make the sauce: In a saucepan over medium heat, combine brown sugar, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, and soy sauce. Simmer until thickened.
- 5. Combine: Toss fried chicken in the sauce until well-coated. Serve hot over rice or with vegetables.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: About 1 cup (150g)
- Calories: 350
- Sugar: 10g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 25g
- Cholesterol: 110mg