General Tso’s Spicy Chicken Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Batter and Frying
Sauce
Method
Marinating the Chicken
- 1
Prepare the Chicken
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place them in a bowl.
- 2
Marinate
In the same bowl, add soy sauce, rice wine, cornstarch, and sesame oil. Mix well to coat the chicken and let it marinate for at least 30 minutes.
Making the Batter
- 3
Prepare the Batter
In a separate bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and water. Mix until you achieve a smooth batter.
- 4
Heat the Oil
In a large skillet or wok, heat vegetable oil over medium-high heat until hot.
Frying the Chicken
- 5
Batter the Chicken
Take the marinated chicken pieces and dip them into the batter, ensuring they are fully coated.
- 6
Fry the Chicken
Carefully place the battered chicken pieces into the hot oil. Fry in batches for about 5-7 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
Preparing the Sauce
- 7
Make the Sauce
In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, minced ginger, and red pepper flakes. Bring to a boil, then reduce heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes.
- 8
Combine Chicken and Sauce
Add the fried chicken pieces to the sauce, tossing to coat evenly. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken slightly.
Garnishing and Serving
- 9
Garnish
Sprinkle chopped green onions over the chicken before serving.
- 10
Serve
Serve the General Tso’s Spicy Chicken hot with steamed rice or your choice of side.
