General Tso's Chicken Wok Style

Experience the bold, irresistible flavors of General Tso's Chicken, prepared wok-style for an authentic touch. This iconic dish features tender, bite-sized chicken thighs coated in a crispy, golden crust, then tossed in a rich, tangy sauce infused with hoisin, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a hint of sweetness. Aromatic garlic, ginger, and optional dried red chilies add depth and a delicious kick, while the wok cooking technique ensures a beautifully caramelized, glossy finish. Perfectly garnished with scallions and sesame seeds, this quick and easy recipe is ready in just 40 minutes, making it ideal for weeknight meals or entertaining. Serve this restaurant-style favorite with steamed rice for a takeout-style feast you'll crave again and again!

Nutriscore Rating: 57/100

Prep Time:20 mins

Cook Time:20 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 1 lb boneless skinless chicken thighs
• 0.5 cup cornstarch
• 0.5 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 large egg
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 2 cups vegetable oil
• 2 pieces garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tsp fresh ginger, minced
• 4 pieces dried red chilies (optional)
• 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
• 2 tbsp rice vinegar
• 2 tbsp light soy sauce
• 3 tbsp sugar
• 0.25 cup water
• 1 tsp cornstarch (for sauce)
• 2 stalks scallions, sliced
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds (optional for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized chunks and place them in a mixing bowl.

Step 2

In a small bowl, whisk the egg and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce until combined. Pour this mixture over the chicken chunks and toss to coat.

Step 3

In another bowl, combine 0.5 cup of cornstarch and 0.5 cup of all-purpose flour. Dredge the marinated chicken chunks in this mixture, ensuring they are fully coated. Set aside.

Step 4

Heat 2 cups of vegetable oil in a wok or large frying pan over medium-high heat. Fry the coated chicken in batches for 4-5 minutes until golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

Step 5

In a small bowl, whisk together 3 tablespoons of hoisin sauce, 2 tablespoons of rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons of light soy sauce, 3 tablespoons of sugar, 0.25 cup of water, and 1 teaspoon of cornstarch to create the sauce. Set aside.

Step 6

Drain the oil from the wok, leaving about 1-2 teaspoons behind. Keep the wok over medium-high heat.

Step 7

Add the minced garlic, minced ginger, and dried red chilies (if using) to the wok and stir-fry for 30 seconds until fragrant.

Step 8

Pour the prepared sauce into the wok and stir constantly until the sauce thickens, about 1-2 minutes.

Step 9

Add the fried chicken chunks to the wok and toss well to coat evenly with the sauce.

Step 10

Turn off the heat and garnish with sliced scallions and sesame seeds, if using.

Step 11

Serve hot with steamed rice or your preferred side dish.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1329.4g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	4943.5

Total Fat 461.7g	0%
Saturated Fat 70.9g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 271.6g
Cholesterol 605.7mg	0%
Sodium 3705.7mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 151.9g	0%
Dietary Fiber 7.6g	0%
Total Sugars 54.7g
Protein 90.3g	0%

Vitamin D 53.8IU	0%
Calcium 228.1mg	0%
Iron 10.8mg	0%
Potassium 1420.1mg	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: 81.1%

Protein: 7.0%

Carbs: 11.9%