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General Tso's Chicken

General Tso’s Chicken

  • Author: Marcus
  • Total Time: 25 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Description

Easy General Tso’s Chicken is a quick and delicious recipe delivering crispy chicken pieces coated in a sweet, tangy, and subtly spicy sauce made from natural ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights or gatherings, this dish combines bold flavors with satisfying textures and is simple to prepare with everyday pantry staples.

Ingredients

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Chicken and Coating

  • 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • Vegetable oil for frying

Sauce

  • 3 tbsp vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural)
  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (natural)
  • 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar (natural)
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar (natural)
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tbsp fresh ginger, grated
  • 1/2 tsp red chili flakes (adjust to taste)
  • 1/4 tsp natural gelling agent

Garnish

  • 2 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and pat them dry to ensure crispiness. Toss evenly in cornstarch to coat all pieces thoroughly.
  2. Fry the Chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat. Fry chicken pieces in batches without overcrowding until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
  3. Make the Sauce: In a bowl, whisk together vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural), soy sauce (natural), apple cider vinegar (natural), brown sugar (natural), minced garlic, grated ginger, red chili flakes, and natural gelling agent until well combined.
  4. Cook the Sauce: Pour the sauce mixture into a hot skillet and bring to a simmer. Stir continuously until the sauce thickens slightly and attains a glossy texture.
  5. Combine Chicken and Sauce: Add the fried chicken back into the skillet, tossing well to coat evenly with the sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes to meld flavors.
  6. Garnish and Serve: Sprinkle sliced green onions on top for freshness and color. Serve immediately with your favorite sides.

Notes

  • Use boneless, skinless chicken thighs for tender and juicy results.
  • Pat chicken dry before coating to maximize crispiness.
  • Ensure oil is hot before frying to avoid greasy chicken.
  • Fry chicken in small batches to maintain oil temperature.
  • Use natural gelling agent sparingly to avoid overly thick sauce.
  • Adjust red chili flakes to control spiciness.
  • For gluten-free, substitute soy sauce (natural) with tamari and verify vegetarian Worcestershire sauce (natural) is gluten-free.
  • Prep Time: 10 minutes
  • Cook Time: 15 minutes
  • Category: Appetizers
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Chinese-American

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1 cup
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 700mg
  • Fat: 18g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 14g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 25g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: General Tso's Chicken, crispy chicken, sweet and spicy, quick recipe, gluten free, family-friendly, easy dinner

Find it online: https://tastysoulkitchen.com/general-tsos-chicken/