Chinese General Tso Chicken Recipe

Name: Chinese General Tso Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 45 min
Cook time: 15 min
Total time: 60 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: 1 ½ pounds chicken breast cut into 1-inch pieces; 1 teaspoon paprika; 1 teaspoon coarse black pepper; 1 teaspoon coarse sea salt; 2 cup all-purpose flour; 1 cup buttermilk; 1 large egg; 2 teaspoons sriracha; Vegetable Oil for frying; Glaze:; 1 tablespoon sesame oil; 1 tablespoons minced fresh ginger; 3 garlic cloves minced; ¼ cup light soy sauce; ½ cup water; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar or mirin; 2 tablespoons hoisin; ½ cup sweet chili sauce; 2 tablespoons light brown sugar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water; Sesame seeds for garnish; Green onions for garnish

Prep Time

45m

Cook Time

15m

Total Time

This Chinese General Tso Chicken recipe combines tender pieces of chicken with a flavorful, sticky glaze. The chicken is coated in a crispy, seasoned batter, then fried until golden brown. The glaze, made with sesame oil, ginger, garlic, soy sauce, and other delicious ingredients, adds the perfect sweet and tangy finish. Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for an authentic touch.

General Tso Chicken

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Chinese General Tso Chicken Recipe

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Nutrition Facts Nutrition facts are based on 1 serving. If servings is not specified, 6 is assumed for the total recipe.

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