1 serving (146 grams) contains 431 calories, 18.8 grams of protein, 23.9 grams of fat, and 35.0 grams of carbohydrates.
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Nutrition Information
Calories |
430.7 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
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| Total Fat | 23.9 g | 30% | |
| Saturated Fat | 4.0 g | 20% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 10.9 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 77.4 mg | 25% | |
| Sodium | 635.1 mg | 27% | |
| Total Carbohydrates | 35.0 g | 12% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.3 g | 4% | |
| Sugars | 16.9 g | ||
| protein | 18.8 g | 37% | |
| Vitamin D | 11.7 mcg | 58% | |
| Calcium | 17.5 mg | 1% | |
| Iron | 1.7 mg | 9% | |
| Potassium | 293.5 mg | 6% | |
* 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 tso chicken
General Tso's Chicken is a popular dish in American-Chinese cuisine, characterized by its crispy fried chicken, coated in a thick, sweet, tangy, and mildly spicy sauce. Typically, the dish includes bite-sized pieces of chicken that are battered and deep-fried, then tossed with a sauce made from ingredients like soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, ginger, sugar, and red chili flakes. Broccoli is often served on the side as a garnish or accompaniment. While flavorful and satisfying, General Tso's Chicken is high in calories, sugar, sodium, and fat due to the frying process and sweet sauce. Health-conscious diners might opt for baked or stir-fried versions and reduced-sugar sauces to make this dish more nutritious. Though not a traditional Chinese dish, it has become a staple in Western Chinese restaurants, offering a fusion of bold, crowd-pleasing flavors.
