Joe's General Tso Chicken
Get ready to indulge in the ultimate takeout delight, right from your kitchen, with "Joe's General Tso Chicken." This recipe features tender, bite-sized pieces of boneless chicken thighs coated in a crispy, golden crust, thanks to a blend of cornstarch and flour. The chicken is tossed in a bold, savory-sweet sauce made with hoisin, soy sauce, rice vinegar, and a touch of sugar, all perfectly balanced by the heat of dried red chilies and the aromatic kick of fresh garlic and ginger. Garnished with sliced scallions and sesame seeds, this crowd-pleaser is irresistibly flavorful and takes just 35 minutes to make! Perfect for serving over fluffy steamed rice, this homemade version of a Chinese-American classic will leave everyone at the table reaching for seconds. Whether you’re craving a weeknight dinner with a punch of flavor or a dish to impress, this recipe delivers it all!
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Ingredients
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 0.5 cup cornstarch
- 0.25 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 large egg
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 0.5 cup vegetable oil
- 2 teaspoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon minced ginger
- 3 dried red chilies
- 0.25 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons sugar
- 0.25 cup chicken stock
- 2 stalks scallions
- 1 teaspoon sesame seeds
Directions
Step 1
Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and place in a bowl. Add 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and the egg; mix well to coat the chicken.
Step 2
In a separate bowl, combine the cornstarch and flour. Dredge the marinated chicken pieces in the flour mixture until fully coated.
Step 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Fry the chicken pieces in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 4-5 minutes per batch. Remove and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Step 4
In the same skillet or wok, remove excess oil, leaving about 1 tablespoon. Add the minced garlic, minced ginger, and dried red chilies. Stir-fry for about 30 seconds, until fragrant.
Step 5
In a small bowl, mix together the hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, remaining 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, and chicken stock. Pour the sauce mixture into the skillet with the aromatics.
Step 6
Bring the sauce to a simmer and allow it to thicken slightly, about 2-3 minutes.
Step 7
Return the fried chicken to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
Step 8
Slice the scallions and add them to the skillet. Toss gently to distribute.
Step 9
Garnish the dish with sesame seeds and serve hot over steamed rice or alongside your favorite vegetable.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (993.6g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 2586.0 |
| Total Fat 169.0g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 31.6g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 71.0g | |
| Cholesterol 793.8mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2865.0mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 133.4g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 11.8g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 45.4g | |
| Protein 141.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 85.5IU | 0% |
| Calcium 172.7mg | 0% |
| Iron 12.2mg | 0% |
| Potassium 1969.1mg | 0% |
Source of Calories