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General Tso’s Chicken: 1 Joyful Takeout Masterpiece

General Tso's Chicken
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Recreate the popular sweet and spicy General Tso’s Chicken at home. This recipe brings the classic Chinese-American dish to your kitchen with crispy fried chicken coated in a flavorful sauce.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into 1-inch pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup chicken broth
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/3 cup granulated sugar
  • 2 tablespoons ketchup
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 1 teaspoon sriracha (or to taste)
  • 1 teaspoon cornstarch mixed with 2 tablespoons water
  • Sesame seeds, for garnish
  • Chopped green onions, for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper.
  2. Dip chicken pieces in beaten eggs, then dredge in the cornstarch mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
  3. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a wok or deep skillet to 350°F (175°C).
  4. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove chicken with a slotted spoon and drain on paper towels.
  5. In a clean skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of vegetable oil over medium heat.
  6. Add minced garlic and grated ginger; sauté for about 30 seconds until fragrant.
  7. In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, chicken broth, rice vinegar, sugar, ketchup, hoisin sauce, and sriracha.
  8. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the garlic and ginger. Bring to a simmer.
  9. Stir in the cornstarch and water mixture to thicken the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce is glossy.
  10. Return the fried chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly with the sauce.
  11. Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions before serving.

Notes

  • For an extra crispy coating, double-fry the chicken.
  • Adjust the sriracha for your preferred level of spice.
  • Serve with steamed rice and your favorite vegetables.

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