General Tso's Chicken Iii
Indulge in the irresistible flavors of "General Tso's Chicken III," a homemade take on the beloved Chinese-American classic. Tender, bite-sized pieces of boneless chicken thighs are coated in a crisp cornstarch crust, then tossed in a luscious, tangy-sweet sauce made with soy sauce, hoisin sauce, and rice vinegar. Highlighted by fragrant garlic, fresh ginger, and a touch of red chili flakes for subtle heat, this dish balances bold flavors with restaurant-quality finesse. Ready in just 40 minutes, this recipe is perfect for a quick weeknight dinner or an impressive meal to share. Finish it off with a drizzle of sesame oil and a sprinkle of green onions, and serve it with steamed rice for the ultimate comfort food experience.
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Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds Boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 2 large Eggs
- 1 cup Cornstarch
- 2 cups Vegetable oil
- 0.25 cup Soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons Rice vinegar
- 0.25 cup Sugar
- 2 tablespoons Hoisin sauce
- 0.5 cup Chicken broth
- 3 pieces Garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon Fresh ginger, minced
- 0.5 teaspoon Red chili flakes
- 2 stalks Green onions, sliced
- 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
Directions
Step 1
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and set aside.
Step 2
In a medium bowl, whisk the eggs. Dip each piece of chicken into the egg, then coat thoroughly with cornstarch. Place the coated chicken on a plate and set aside.
Step 3
In a large skillet or wok, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove the cooked chicken and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
Step 4
In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, hoisin sauce, and chicken broth to create the sauce. Set aside.
Step 5
Pour off excess oil from the skillet, leaving about 2 tablespoons. Over medium heat, sauté the minced garlic, ginger, and red chili flakes until fragrant, about 1 minute.
Step 6
Stir in the prepared sauce mixture and bring it to a simmer. Cook for 2-3 minutes, allowing the sauce to slightly thicken.
Step 7
Add the fried chicken pieces back to the skillet, tossing them in the sauce until they are fully coated and heated through.
Step 8
Drizzle the sesame oil over the dish and sprinkle with sliced green onions. Serve immediately with steamed rice.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (1663.8g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 5864.0 |
| Total Fat 518.1g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 85.5g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 275.3g | |
| Cholesterol 1223.4mg | 0% |
| Sodium 3854.6mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 133.7g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 3.3g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 60.4g | |
| Protein 199.5g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 129.6IU | 0% |
| Calcium 223.9mg | 0% |
| Iron 10.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2269.0mg | 0% |
Source of Calories