Make Tso’s Chinese Chicken at Home

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Ingredients

  • For the Chicken:
  • 1 1/2 pounds boneless skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 2 large eggs beaten
  • 1/2 cup flour
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • Vegetable oil for frying
  • For the Sauce:
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 1/4 cup sugar
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 1 cup chicken broth
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 tablespoon ginger minced
  • 1/4 cup water
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes optional, for heat
  • For Garnish:
  • 2 green onions chopped
  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Prepare the Chicken:
  • Season the chicken pieces with salt and pepper.
  • Place the cornstarch and flour in separate shallow bowls. Beat the eggs in another shallow bowl.
  • Dredge the chicken pieces in the flour, then dip in the beaten eggs, and finally coat with cornstarch, ensuring each piece is well coated.
  • Fry the Chicken:
  • Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a large, deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).
  • Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Do not overcrowd the skillet.
  • Use a slotted spoon to transfer the fried chicken to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  • Prepare the Sauce:
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sugar, chicken broth, water, and cornstarch until smooth.
  • In a large skillet or wok, heat the sesame oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger and sauté for about 1 minute until fragrant.
  • Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 2-3 minutes.
  • Add the crushed red pepper flakes, if using, for some heat.
  • Combine and Serve:
  • Add the fried chicken pieces to the skillet with the sauce. Toss to coat the chicken evenly with the sauce.
  • Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes to heat the chicken through.
  • Garnish:
  • Sprinkle the chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the top of the chicken.
  • Serve:
  • Serve General Tso’s Chicken hot over steamed rice or with your favorite Asian-style vegetables.

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