Ingredients:
For the Chicken:
- 300g chicken breast or thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 🍗
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
- 1/4 cup cornstarch 🌽
- 1/2 tsp baking powder 🧁
- 1/2 tsp salt 🧂
- 1/4 tsp black pepper 🌶️
- 1 large egg 🥚
- 1/2 cup cold water 💧
- Vegetable oil, for frying 🛢️
For the Sauce:
- 1/4 cup soy sauce 🥢
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar 🍶
- 2 tbsp hoisin sauce 🌟
- 2 tbsp sugar 🍯
- 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce 🌶️
- 1/2 cup chicken broth 💧
- 1 tsp cornstarch (mixed with 2 tbsp water to make a slurry) 🌽
- 1 tsp sesame oil 🌰
For Stir-Frying:
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil 🛢️
- 1 onion, sliced 🧅
- 2 cloves garlic, minced 🧄
- 1 bell pepper, sliced (any color) 🌶️
- 1 cup snap peas or broccoli florets 🥦
- 1/4 cup dried red chilies (adjust to taste) 🌶️
Garnish:
- Sesame seeds (optional) 🌰
- 2 green onions, chopped 🧅
Ingredients:
1: Prepare the Chicken Coating 🍗
- In a bowl, whisk together flour, cornstarch, baking powder, salt, and pepper. In another bowl, beat the egg and mix with cold water. Add the egg mixture to the dry ingredients, stirring to combine.
2: Coat and Fry the Chicken 🍗
- Dip each piece of chicken into the batter, ensuring it is fully coated. Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove the chicken and drain on paper towels.
3: Prepare the Sauce 🌶️
- In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, sugar, chili garlic sauce, chicken broth, and sesame oil. Stir in the cornstarch slurry to thicken the sauce. Set aside.
4: Stir-Fry the Vegetables 🧅
- In the same skillet or wok, add 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil. Add the sliced onion, minced garlic, bell pepper, and snap peas or broccoli. Stir-fry for 3-4 minutes until the vegetables are tender-crisp.
5: Combine Chicken and Sauce 🍗
- Add the fried chicken pieces back to the skillet. Pour the prepared sauce over the chicken and vegetables. Stir well to combine and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes, until the sauce is thickened and everything is well-coated.
6: Garnish and Serve 🍽️
- Garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired. Serve hot over steamed rice or noodles. Enjoy your homemade General Tso’s Chicken!
General Tso's Chicken is a beloved Chinese-American dish known for its crispy chicken pieces coated in a tangy, slightly sweet, and spicy sauce. This dish is perfect for a hearty meal and can be made at home with ease. Let’s get cooking!
