General Tso Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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For the Chicken
For the Sauce
For Garnish
Method
Chicken Preparation
- 1
Marinate the Chicken
In a large bowl, combine the boneless chicken thighs with salt, black pepper, and cornstarch. Mix well until the chicken is evenly coated. Add the beaten egg and mix again to ensure all pieces are coated. Let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
- 2
Heat the Oil
In a large wok or deep frying pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
- 3
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add the marinated chicken to the hot oil in batches, ensuring not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 5-7 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Sauce Preparation
- 4
Prepare the Sauce
In a medium saucepan, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, minced garlic cloves, grated ginger, and red pepper flakes. Cook over medium heat until the sugar dissolves and the sauce thickens slightly, about 5 minutes. Stir in the sesame oil.
Final Assembly
- 5
Combine Chicken and Sauce
In a large bowl, toss the fried chicken pieces with the sauce until well coated. Ensure every piece is evenly covered.
- 6
Garnish and Serve
Transfer the General Tso Chicken to a serving platter. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with steamed rice or vegetables.
