Nutrition Facts

Per serving. If servings isn't set, the recipe counts as 4.

Calories 685kcal 34%
Fat 35g 53%
Saturated Fat 6g 30%
Carbohydrates 60g 20%
Fiber 2g 8%
Sugar 25g 50%
Protein 30g 60%
Cholesterol 100mg 33%
Sodium 900mg 37%

Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.

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The Best General Tso's Chicken Recipe

Name: The Best General Tso's Chicken Recipe
Prep time: 10 min
Cook time: 20 min
Total time: 30 min
Yield: 6
Ingredients: For the Marinade:; 1 egg white; 2 tablespoons (30ml) dark soy sauce; 2 tablespoons (30ml) Shaoxing wine (see note); 2 tablespoons (30ml) 80-proof vodka; 3 tablespoons (24g) cornstarch; 1/4 teaspoon (1g) baking soda; 1 pound (455g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs , cut into 1/2- to 3/4-inch chunks; For the Dry Coating; 1/2 cup (64g) all-purpose flour; 1/2 cup (64g) cornstarch; 1/2 teaspoon (2g) baking powder; 1/2 teaspoon (1.5g) kosher salt; For the Sauce:; 4 tablespoons (50g) granulated sugar; 3 tablespoons (45ml) homemade or store-bought low-sodium chicken stock; 3 tablespoons (45ml) dark soy sauce; 2 tablespoons (30ml) Shaoxing wine (see note); 2 tablespoons (30ml) Chinese rice vinegar or distilled white vinegar; 1 tablespoon (8g) cornstarch; 2 teaspoons (10ml) peanut, vegetable, or canola oil; 2 teaspoons (6g) minced garlic (about 2 medium cloves); 2 teaspoons (4g) minced fresh ginger (about one 1-inch piece); 2 teaspoons (4g) minced scallion bottoms (about 1 scallion), plus 6 to 8 scallions, white parts only, cut into 1-inch lengths; 1 teaspoon (5ml) toasted sesame oil; 8 small dried red Chinese or Arbol chiles (see note); To Finish:; 1 1/2 quarts (1.4 liters) peanut, vegetable, or canola oil for deep frying; Steamed white rice for serving

Prep 10m

Cook 20m

Total 30m

This General Tso's Chicken recipe combines crispy, tender pieces of chicken with a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy sauce. Marinate the chicken, coat it with a dry mixture, fry until crispy, then toss in the sauce for an irresistible dish. Serve with steamed white rice for a complete and satisfying meal.

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