Embark on a culinary journey with our Oriental Harmony: General Tso's Chicken. This popular dish is a perfect blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors, featuring crispy fried chicken pieces coated in a rich, glossy sauce. It's a symphony of flavors that pays homage to the classic Chinese-American cuisine.
Preparation and Cooking Times
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 40 minutes
Servings and Serving Size
- Servings: 4
- Serving Size: 1 plate
Nutritional Profile (per serving)
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Protein: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 35g
- Fat: 25g
- Sodium: 900mg
- Sugar: 15g
Ingredients
- Chicken Breast (boneless, skinless): 500g (1.1 lbs or 17.6 oz), cut into bite-size pieces
- Cornstarch: 100g (3.5 oz)
- Egg: 1 large
- Soy Sauce: 2 tbsp
- Ginger: 1 tbsp, minced
- Garlic: 2 cloves, minced
- Rice Vinegar: 3 tbsp
- Hoisin Sauce: 3 tbsp
- Sugar: 2 tbsp
- Red Chili Flakes: 1 tsp
- Spring Onions: 3, sliced
- Vegetable Oil: for frying
- Salt and Pepper: To taste
Method of Preparation
- Prepare Chicken: Mix chicken with cornstarch, egg, salt, and pepper. Fry in hot oil until golden and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- Make Sauce: In a pan, sauté ginger and garlic. Add soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sugar, and chili flakes. Simmer until thickened.
- Combine: Toss fried chicken in sauce until well coated.
- Serve: Garnish with spring onions. Serve with steamed rice.
Tips for Culinary Success
- Ensure the oil is hot for a crispy coating.
- Adjust the amount of sugar and chili flakes to your taste.
- Serve immediately to maintain the crispiness of the chicken.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I make it less spicy?
Yes, reduce or omit the chili flakes.
How can I make a gluten-free version?
Use tamari instead of soy sauce and gluten-free cornstarch.
Can I use a different protein?
Absolutely! Try it with tofu or shrimp.