General Tso's Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Sauce
For Frying
Garnish
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the boneless, skinless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken
In the bowl with chicken, add soy sauce, cornstarch, egg, and sesame oil. Mix well to coat the chicken evenly. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes.
Making the Sauce
- 3
Combine Sauce Ingredients
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, chicken broth, cornstarch, minced garlic, minced ginger, and red pepper flakes. Set aside.
Frying the Chicken
- 4
- 5
Fry the Chicken
Carefully add the marinated chicken pieces to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Remove chicken and drain on paper towels.
Combining and Serving
- 6
Cook the Sauce
In the same wok or skillet, remove excess oil, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Pour in the prepared sauce and bring to a simmer over medium heat, stirring frequently until thickened, about 2-3 minutes.
- 7
Combine Chicken and Sauce
Add the fried chicken back to the wok and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
- 8
Garnish and Serve
Remove from heat, garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot with steamed rice.
