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General Tso’S Chicken #8

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This classic Chinese-American favorite features tender chicken cubes that are battered, deep-fried until golden, and then tossed in a rich, sticky sauce. The dish balances sweetness from sugar and vinegar with the savory depth of soy sauce and a hint of heat from chili sauce and fresh ginger. Crisp bamboo shoots and colorful peppers add texture and freshness, cutting through the richness of the fried chicken. It is a hearty, satisfying meal that comes together quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve hot over steamed rice for a complete, comforting experience that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen.
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Difficulty: Advanced
Servings: 6
Calories: 673.7
Description
This classic Chinese-American favorite features tender chicken cubes that are battered, deep-fried until golden, and then tossed in a rich, sticky sauce. The dish balances sweetness from sugar and vinegar with the savory depth of soy sauce and a hint of heat from chili sauce and fresh ginger. Crisp bamboo shoots and colorful peppers add texture and freshness, cutting through the richness of the fried chicken. It is a hearty, satisfying meal that comes together quickly, making it perfect for busy weeknight dinners or casual gatherings. Serve hot over steamed rice for a complete, comforting experience that brings restaurant-quality flavor to your home kitchen.
Ingredients
  • 1 1/2 pound Chicken, skinned and boned
  • 1 Egg
  • 1 cup Flour
  • 1/4 pound Bamboo shoots
  • 1 Green Pepper
  • 1 Red Pepper
  • 1/4 cup Water
  • 1 tablespoon Dark soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon Cornstarch
Directions
  1. 1
    Cut the chicken into 3/4 inch cubes.
  2. 2
    In a bowl, beat the egg.
  3. 3
    Dip the chicken pieces into the egg and then dip them to coat in the flour.
  4. 4
    Set aside.
  5. 5
    Cut the bamboo shoots into 1/2 inch cubes.
  6. 6
    Seed the green and red peppers and cut them into small cubes.
  7. 7
    Set aside.
  8. 8
    In a small bowl, combine the water, soy sauce and cornstarch.
  9. 9
    Set aside.
  10. 10
    In a wok or deep-sided, heavy-bottomed sauce pan, heat enough vegetable oil to deep fry the chicken.
  11. 11
    Deep fry the chicken until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  12. 12
    Remove from oil and drain on paper towel.
  13. 13
    Deep fry the peppers 10 seconds and remove.
  14. 14
    Heat the 2-3 tablespoons of oil in the wok.
  15. 15
    Add chicken, peppers, garlic and ginger.
  16. 16
    Add the remaining ingredients including the bamboo shoots but not the water-soy-cornstarch mixture.
  17. 17
    Cook for 2-3 minutes.
  18. 18
    Add the water-soy-cornstarch mixture and simmer until sauce thickens.
  19. 19
    Transfer to warmed dish and serve.

Nutrition Facts

Servings 6

Amount Per Serving
Calories 673.7kcal
% Daily Value *
Total Fat 22.6g35%
Saturated Fat 6.2g31%
Cholesterol 198.1mg67%
Sodium 369.7mg16%
Total Carbohydrate 52.2g18%
Dietary Fiber 2.8g12%
Sugars 2.0g
Protein 54.4g109%

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

Keywords: bamboo, boned, chicken, chinese, cornstarch, dark, egg, flour, frying, general, pepper, sauce, shoots, side-dish, simmering, skinned, soy, stir frying, title, tsos
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