1 serving (200 grams) contains 350 calories, 20.0 grams of protein, 15.0 grams of fat, and 40.0 grams of carbohydrates.
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Nutrition Information
Calories |
411.8 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 17.6 g | 22% | |
| Saturated Fat | 3.5 g | 17% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 0 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 58.8 mg | 19% | |
| Sodium | 941.2 mg | 40% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 47.1 g | 17% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 2.4 g | 8% | |
| Sugars | 17.6 g | ||
| protein | 23.5 g | 47% | |
| Vitamin D | 0 mcg | 0% | |
| Calcium | 35.3 mg | 2% | |
| Iron | 2.4 mg | 13% | |
| Potassium | 352.9 mg | 7% | |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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About General tao chicken
General Tso's Chicken is a popular dish in North American Chinese cuisine, known for its crispy fried pieces of chicken coated in a sweet, tangy, and mildly spicy sauce. Typically made with battered chicken thighs, the sauce features soy sauce, sugar, vinegar, garlic, ginger, and often a hint of chili for heat. Originating as an adaptation of Chinese flavors for Western palates, it does not have deep roots in traditional Chinese cooking. While this dish provides protein from the chicken, it is often high in calories, sodium, and added sugars due to the deep-frying process and sugary sauce. It is best enjoyed in moderation, and healthier adaptations can be made by baking or stir-frying the chicken and reducing the sugar in the sauce.
