General Tsao’s Chicken II

May 14, 2023May 14, 20230 17
General Tsao's Chicken II: Sweet and Spicy Chinese Chicken
in Chinese

Prep

30 min

Cook

30 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

4 cups vegetable oil for frying
1 egg
1 1/2 pounds boneless , skinless chicken thighs , cut into 1/2 inch cubes
1 teaspoon salt
1 teaspoon white sugar
1 pinch white pepper
1 cup cornstarch
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
3 tablespoons chopped green onion
1 clove garlic , minced
6 dried whole red chilies
1 strip orange zest
1/2 cup white sugar
1/4 teaspoon ground ginger
3 tablespoons chicken broth
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
1/4 cup soy sauce
2 teaspoons sesame oil
2 tablespoons peanut oil
2 teaspoons cornstarch
1/4 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
6
Calories
668
Sugar
25g
Fat
27g
Originating in Hunan, China, General Tsao's Chicken II is a popular dish in many Chinese restaurants. It is a sweet and spicy chicken dish that is made by deep-frying chicken and tossing it in a sweet and tangy sauce. This homemade version is a healthier alternative to the takeout version, as it is made with fresh ingredients and can be customized to your taste.

Instructions

1.Heat vegetable oil in a wok over high heat.
2.Beat the egg in a bowl and add chicken pieces, salt, 1 teaspoon of sugar, and white pepper, toss to coat.
3.Coat the chicken with cornstarch and fry in small batches until golden brown.
4.In another pan, heat 2 tablespoons of vegetable oil.
5.Add green onions and garlic, stir for 10 seconds.
6.Add dried whole red chilies and orange zest, stir for 10 seconds.
7.Add white sugar, ginger, chicken broth, rice vinegar, soy sauce, sesame oil, and peanut oil.
8.Mix 2 teaspoons cornstarch with 1/4 cup of water and add to the sauce.
9.Cook the sauce until thickened, and then add the fried chicken.
10.Toss to coat and serve immediately.

PROS

General Tsao’s Chicken II is a flavorful, sweet and spicy dish that is easy to make and delicious to eat.

It is a popular Chinese takeout meal that can be made at home with healthier ingredients.

CONS

This dish is high in calories, fat, and sugar due to the deep-frying process and the sweet sauce.

It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken provides high-quality protein, plus iron, potassium, and phosphorus.
The ginger and garlic in the sauce have been shown to have anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

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