General Tso’s Chicken Delight

Description

Experience the delightful and spicy flavors of General Tso’s Chicken, a popular Asian fusion dish that brings crispy chicken and a fiery tangy sauce together. This easy-to-follow recipe is a homemade version that mirrors the essence of your favorite takeout while allowing you full control of the spice level and ingredients, ensuring a flavorful and satisfying meal.

Ingredients

• Sauce/Chicken Marinade:
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (light or all-purpose)
  • 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
  • 2 tsp chili paste (e.g., Sambal Oelek)
  • 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
  • 3 tbsp brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch)
  • 3/4 cup low sodium chicken stock
• Chicken:
  • 600g (1.4 lb) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2.5 cm (1″) pieces
  • 1 tsp ginger, finely grated
  • 1 tsp garlic, finely grated
  • 1 cup cornflour (cornstarch)
  • 1 – 4 cups oil for frying (peanut, vegetable, or canola)
• Stir Fry Sauce:
  • 2 tbsp oil (peanut, vegetable or canola)
  • 2 tsp ginger, finely chopped
  • 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
  • 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
• Garnishes: (recommended at least one)
  • Finely sliced green onions
  • Sesame seeds

Step-by-step Directions

1. Sauce-Marinade Preparation

In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, chili paste, and sesame oil until well blended.

2. Marinate the Chicken

Reserve 2 tablespoons of the Sauce-Marinade. Mix the remaining sauce with the chicken pieces adding the grated ginger and garlic. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.

3. Prepare Chicken for Frying

Coat the marinated chicken evenly with cornflour, then shake off any excess using a colander.

4. Finish the Sauce

To the reserved Sauce-Marinade, add the brown sugar and cornflour. Mix well, then stir in the chicken stock until smooth.

5. Frying the Chicken

Heat oil in a deep skillet to 200°C (390°F). Fry the chicken pieces until golden and crispy, about 3 minutes, then drain on paper towels.

6. Make the Stir Fry Sauce

In a clean skillet, heat oil and sauté the chopped garlic, ginger, and chili flakes for 30 seconds. Add the prepared sauce and simmer until thickened.

7. Combine and Serve

Toss the crispy chicken in the sauce, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve immediately with rice.

Servings & Preparation Time

This recipe serves up to 4 people. Preparation time is about 15 minutes, with a cooking time of approximately 20 minutes.

Tips for Storage & Reheating

• Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.
• To reheat, gently warm the chicken in a skillet over medium heat to maintain crispiness, or use an oven preheated to 175°C (350°F) for 10 minutes.

Conclusion

General Tso’s Chicken Delight offers a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors, making it an excellent choice for any meal. By following the steps detailed above, you can create a restaurant-style dish in your own kitchen, tailored to your taste preferences, ensuring a delicious and comforting meal.

General Tso’s Chicken Delight

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• Author: Dulcia
• Total Time: 35 minutes
• Yield: 4 servings 1x

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Description

Experience the delightful and spicy flavors of General Tso’s Chicken, a popular Asian fusion dish that brings crispy chicken and a fiery tangy sauce together. This easy-to-follow recipe is a homemade version that mirrors the essence of your favorite takeout while allowing you full control of the spice level and ingredients, ensuring a flavorful and satisfying meal.

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Ingredients

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• 3 tbsp soy sauce (light or all-purpose)
• 1 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or white wine vinegar)
• 2 tsp chili paste (e.g., Sambal Oelek)
• 1 tsp toasted sesame oil
• 3 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp cornflour (cornstarch)
• 3/4 cup low sodium chicken stock
• 600g (1.4 lb) boneless skinless chicken thighs, cut into 2.5 cm (1″) pieces
• 1 tsp ginger, finely grated
• 1 tsp garlic, finely grated
• 1 cup cornflour (cornstarch)
• 1 – 4 cups oil for frying (peanut, vegetable, or canola)
• 2 tbsp oil (peanut, vegetable or canola)
• 2 tsp ginger, finely chopped
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 1/2 tsp red chili flakes
• Finely sliced green onions
• Sesame seeds

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Instructions

1. Sauce-Marinade Preparation: In a mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, chili paste, and sesame oil until well blended.
2. Marinate the Chicken: Reserve 2 tablespoons of the Sauce-Marinade. Mix the remaining sauce with the chicken pieces adding the grated ginger and garlic. Let it marinate for 30 minutes.
3. Prepare Chicken for Frying: Coat the marinated chicken evenly with cornflour, then shake off any excess using a colander.
4. Finish the Sauce: To the reserved Sauce-Marinade, add the brown sugar and cornflour. Mix well, then stir in the chicken stock until smooth.
5. Frying the Chicken: Heat oil in a deep skillet to 200°C (390°F). Fry the chicken pieces until golden and crispy, about 3 minutes, then drain on paper towels.
6. Make the Stir Fry Sauce: In a clean skillet, heat oil and sauté the chopped garlic, ginger, and chili flakes for 30 seconds. Add the prepared sauce and simmer until thickened.
7. Combine and Serve: Toss the crispy chicken in the sauce, garnish with green onions and sesame seeds, and serve immediately with rice.

• Prep Time: 15 minutes
• Cook Time: 20 minutes