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General Tso's Chicken

Sweet, tangy, crispy - American-Chinese icon. This authentic Chinese general tso's chicken brings traditional flavors to your kitchen. Worth the moderate effort.

13
Prep (min)
31
Cook (min)
4
Servings
507
Calories

Ingredients

  • chicken
  • dried chiles
  • soy sauce
  • vinegar
  • sugar
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 medium onion, diced
  • five spice to taste
  • 1 teaspoon soy sauce
  • Salt and pepper to taste
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Instructions

  1. 1

    Prepare all ingredients: chicken, dried chiles, soy sauce. Having everything ready makes cooking smoother.

  2. 2

    Season your main ingredient with salt, pepper, and five spice. Let marinate 1-2 hours.

  3. 3

    Heat oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.

  4. 4

    Wok hei - this is essential for authentic Chinese flavor.

  5. 5

    Add onion and garlic, cook until fragrant and softened, about 5 minutes.

  6. 6

    Add the main ingredients and cook low and slow for best results.

  7. 7

    Season with five spice and soy sauce. Taste and adjust seasoning.

  8. 8

    Serve immediately while hot.

  9. 9

    Garnish and serve with traditional steamed rice.

Nutrition (per serving)

507
Calories
44g
Protein
50g
Carbs
13g
Fat

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