General Tso’S Chicken #4

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Servings: 2 Difficulty: Advanced
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Crispy, sweet, and spicy chicken strips tossed in a tangy glaze with ginger and orange zest
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This classic Chinese-American dish features tender chicken pieces coated in a light, crispy batter and deep-fried to golden perfection. The chicken is then tossed in a vibrant, sweet-and-sour sauce infused with ginger, soy, and a hint of orange rind for a complex flavor profile. Crunchy peanuts add texture, while hot peppers provide a gentle kick. It’s a satisfying weeknight dinner that feels restaurant-quality but is approachable enough for home cooks. Serve over steamed rice for a complete meal.

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General Tso’S Chicken #4

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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 2 Calories: 249.2

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This classic Chinese-American dish features tender chicken pieces coated in a light, crispy batter and deep-fried to golden perfection. The chicken is then tossed in a vibrant, sweet-and-sour sauce infused with ginger, soy, and a hint of orange rind for a complex flavor profile. Crunchy peanuts add texture, while hot peppers provide a gentle kick. It&# 226;ÂÂs a satisfying weeknight dinner that feels restaurant-quality but is approachable enough for home cooks. Serve over steamed rice for a complete meal.

Ingredients

Directions

  1. Skin and bone the chicken breasts, then cut into 1.5-inch by 2-inch strips.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together 1 egg, 1/4 cup beer, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1/2 teaspoon salt, 1/4 cup flour, 1/4 cup cornstarch, and 1/2 teaspoon baking powder to make the batter.
  3. Add the chicken strips to the batter, tossing lightly to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
  4. In a small bowl, mix 6 tablespoons sugar, 3 tablespoons cider vinegar, 5 tablespoons soy sauce, and 1 teaspoon cornstarch to create the seasoning sauce.
  5. Remove chicken from the fridge and coat each piece thoroughly with additional cornstarch (about 1/2 cup total), shaking off excess. Arrange on floured wax paper.
  6. Heat 2-3 inches of oil in a deep pan or wok until very hot (around 350ðF/175ðC).
  7. Fry the chicken pieces for 30 seconds, then remove and drain on a cookie sheet lined with paper towels.
  8. Reheat the oil over high heat until very hot again.
  9. Refry the chicken until crispy and golden brown. Drain again and keep warm in the oven.
  10. Heat 2 tablespoons of oil in a wok over medium heat.
  11. Add minced orange rind (from 1 orange) and fry until golden brown.
  12. Add 1 tablespoon minced ginger and the hot peppers, stir-frying for 20 seconds.
  13. Pour in the seasoning sauce mixture and bring to a boil, stirring constantly until the foam subsides and the sauce thickens into a glaze (about 2 minutes).
  14. Add the fried chicken to the wok and toss to coat well in the glaze.
  15. Sprinkle with 1/3 cup chopped fried peanuts before serving.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 2

Amount Per Serving
Calories 249.2kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 4.3g7%
Saturated Fat 1.1g6%
Cholesterol 63.8mg22%
Sodium 65.5mg3%
Total Carbohydrate 32.0g11%
Dietary Fiber 12.5g50%
Sugars 1.4g
Protein 30.2g61%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.

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