General Tso's Chicken Ii

Elevate your takeout game with this irresistible General Tso’s Chicken II recipe, a perfect balance of crispy, golden fried chicken and a bold, tangy-sweet sauce with a hint of spice. Tender, marinated chicken thighs are coated in a light cornstarch crust, fried to crunchy perfection, and then tossed in a luscious combination of soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Infused with the pungent flavors of fresh ginger, garlic, and red chili flakes, this dish delivers authentic restaurant-style flavor in the comfort of your kitchen. Garnished with fresh scallions and sesame seeds, this easy homemade recipe is ideal for weeknight dinners or a crowd-pleasing feast. Pair it with steamed rice and savor every bite of this Chinese-American classic!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 pound Chicken thighs (boneless, skinless) cubed
• 0.5 cup Cornstarch
• 2 cups Vegetable oil (for frying)
• 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
• 1 large Egg
• 2 cloves Garlic cloves (minced)
• 1 teaspoon Fresh ginger (minced)
• 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
• 3 tablespoons Sugar
• 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
• 0.5 cup Chicken broth
• 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 2 stalks Scallions (sliced, for garnish)
• 1 teaspoon Sesame seeds (for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the cubed chicken thighs with 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon shaoxing wine, and the egg. Mix well and let marinate for 10 minutes.

Step 2

In a large resealable bag, add the cornstarch. Working in batches, add the marinated chicken to the bag and shake to coat each piece evenly.

Step 3

Heat the vegetable oil in a deep skillet or wok over medium-high heat until shimmering, around 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken in batches until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on paper towels.

Step 4

In a small bowl, mix together the remaining soy sauce, shaoxing wine, sugar, rice vinegar, chicken broth, dark soy sauce, and sesame oil. Set aside.

Step 5

In a clean large skillet or wok, heat 1 tablespoon of the frying oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic, ginger, and red chili flakes, stirring constantly until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 6

Pour the prepared sauce mixture into the skillet and bring it to a gentle simmer. Let it cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing it to thicken slightly.

Step 7

Add the fried chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce. Cook for an additional 2 minutes until the chicken is heated through and well-glazed.

Step 8

Transfer the General Tso's Chicken to a serving platter. Garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds.

Step 9

Serve immediately with steamed rice or your choice of side dishes.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1368.8g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	5602.0

Total Fat 546.5g	0%
Saturated Fat 85.4g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 7.9g
Cholesterol 645.9mg	0%
Sodium 3568.8mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 77.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 2.2g	0%
Total Sugars 39.4g
Protein 133.5g	0%

Vitamin D 85.5IU	0%
Calcium 161.0mg	0%
Iron 7.5mg	0%
Potassium 1603.1mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 85.3%

Protein: 9.3%

Carbs: 5.4%