Ingredients
– 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breast, cut into bite-sized pieces
– 1 cup cornstarch
– 2 eggs, beaten
– 1/4 cup vegetable oil (for frying)
– 2 cloves garlic, minced
– 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, minced
– 1 cup broccoli florets (optional)
– 1/4 cup soy sauce
– 1/4 cup sugar
– 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
– 1 tablespoon sesame oil
– 1 tablespoon chili paste (or to taste)
– 1 tablespoon green onions, chopped (for garnish)
– Sesame seeds (for garnish, optional)
Instructions
Creating Easy General Tso’s Chicken is straightforward when you follow these step-by-step guidelines:
1. Prepare the Chicken: Cut your chicken into bite-sized pieces and set it aside.
2. Coat the Chicken: In a bowl, dip each chicken piece into the beaten eggs, then coat it with cornstarch until well covered. Shake off any excess cornstarch.
3. Heat the Oil: In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat.
4. Fry the Chicken: Add the chicken pieces in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan. Fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes. Once cooked, remove and set aside on paper towels to drain.
5. Sauté Aromatics: In the same skillet, add more oil if needed. Sauté the minced garlic and ginger until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
6. Make the Sauce: Pour in the soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, sesame oil, and chili paste. Stir to combine and let the sauce simmer for a few minutes until slightly thickened.
7. Add the Chicken: Toss the fried chicken back in the skillet, coating each piece well with the sauce.
8. Incorporate Vegetables: If using broccoli, add it in at this stage and cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until tender but still bright green.
9. Serve: Remove from heat, garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds if desired.
With these precise steps, your endeavor into making Easy General Tso’s Chicken will undoubtedly be a success!
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4
- Calories: 350 kcal
- Fat: 15g
- Protein: 25g