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General Tso's Chicken

General Tso's Chicken is a popular Chinese-American dish that is served in many Chinese restaurants around the world. It is a deep-fried chicken dish that is usually served with a sweet and spicy sauce. It is named after the 19th-century Chinese military leader and statesman, Zuo Zongtang, who is also known as General Tso. The dish is believed to have been created in the 1950s in Taiwan and first introduced to the United States in the 1970s. It is typically served with steamed white rice and is a favorite among Chinese food lovers.

Ingredients (2 Persons)

  • 2 pounds boneless chicken, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup vegetable oil
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger

Directions

  • Step 1
    Place the chicken pieces in a large bowl and toss with the cornstarch until evenly coated.
  • Step 2
    Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and cooked through, about 8 minutes.
  • Step 3
    In a small bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Pour the sauce over the chicken and stir to combine.
  • Step 4
    Reduce the heat to low and simmer for 10 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has thickened and the chicken is cooked through.

Comments

Anonymous
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General Tso's Chicken is the best! The sweet and spicy flavor is the perfect combination. The chicken is always cooked to perfection and the sauce is delicious. Highly recommend!
Anonymous
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General Tso's Chicken is delicious with its sweet and spicy flavor! It's a great meal to make ahead and is always a crowd pleaser.
Anonymous
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General Tso's Chicken is the perfect blend of sweet, savory and spicy. It's a classic Chinese-American dish that is sure to please!

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