If there’s one dish that embodies comfort and a delightful balance of flavors, it’s General Tso’s Chicken. This Chinese-American classic is a perfect blend of crispy, juicy chicken pieces tossed in a tangy, savory sauce. Whether you’re cooking for your family on a weekday night or preparing something special for friends, this recipe will make your kitchen the favorite stop!
Ingredients
- Vegetable oil โ 4 teaspoons
- Garlic cloves, minced โ 4 teaspoons
- Red pepper flakes โ 1/2 teaspoon
- Low-sodium chicken broth โ 360 ml (1 1/2 cups)
- Hoisin sauce โ 4 tablespoons
- Brown sugar โ 4 tablespoons
- Soy sauce โ 120 ml (1/2 cup)
- Cornstarch, divided โ 2 tablespoons + 1 cup (for coating)
- Chicken breast, cut into 1-inch pieces โ 1350 g (3 pounds)
- Eggs โ 4
- Salt โ to taste
- Black pepper โ to taste
- All-purpose flour โ 120 g (1 cup)
- Scallions, chopped โ for garnish
- Sesame seeds โ for garnish
Instructions
- Make the Sauce
Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan. Add the garlic and red pepper flakes, cooking for 30 seconds. Then, incorporate the chicken broth, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, soy sauce, and 2 tablespoons of cornstarch. Cook until the sauce thickens. - Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken into 1-inch pieces. In one bowl, whisk the eggs with salt and pepper. In another bowl, mix the flour and 1 cup of cornstarch. Coat the chicken pieces in the egg mixture, then dredge in the flour-cornstarch mixture. - Fry the Chicken
Preheat your fryer to 175ยฐC (350ยฐF). Fry the chicken in batches for about 5 minutes or until golden brown. Remove and drain any excess oil. - Toss in Sauce
Coat the fried chicken thoroughly with the prepared General Tso’s sauce. - Garnish and Serve
Sprinkle with chopped scallions and sesame seeds before serving. Enjoy capturing those iconic sweet, spicy, and savory notes!
There you have it, a homemade General Tso’s Chicken that rivals your favorite takeout place! It’s incredible how a few steps can transform simple ingredients into a harmonious dish of textures and flavors, perfect for sharing and savoring.
