Noble House General’s Chicken

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 5
Noble House General's Chicken: A Sweet and Spicy Chinese Dish
in Chinese

Prep

20 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

40 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 large egg whites
6 tablespoons cornstarch
6 tablespoons Chinese wine ( Shaoxing Wine ) or 6 tablespoons dry sherry ( Shaoxing Wine )
6 tablespoons soy sauce
1 lb chicken thigh , skinless
1/2 cup chicken stock
4 teaspoons white vinegar
4 teaspoons sugar
vegetable oil , for frying
6 red chili peppers , dehydrated
2 tablespoons garlic , minced
2 tablespoons ginger , minced
1/2 teaspoon red pepper flakes
1/2 cup green onion , sliced
green onion , sliced on the bias , garnish
hot steamed white rice ( accompaniment )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
562
Sugar
14g
Fat
36g
General Tso's Chicken is a beloved Chinese-American dish that is known for being sweet, spicy, and delightfully crispy. The dish has roots in Hunan province, where it is thought to have been a favorite of General Tso himself. The dish has since been adapted to fit American tastes and has become a staple on Chinese restaurant menus across the country. The Noble House variation is a perfect example of how this dish can be made at home with fresh ingredients and with just the right balance of flavors.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, beat the egg whites until frothy. Add 4 tablespoons of the cornstarch, 2 tablespoons of the wine, and 2 tablespoons of the soy sauce, whisk until smooth. Add the chicken, toss to coat, and let stand for 10 minutes.
2.In a small bowl, mix the chicken stock, vinegar, sugar, and the remaining 4 tablespoons of wine and 4 tablespoons of soy sauce.
3.In a large skillet, heat 1/2 inch of oil until shimmering. Add half of the chicken and fry over high heat, turning once, until golden and crispy, about 4 minutes. Drain the chicken on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining chicken.
4.In another skillet, heat 1 tablespoon of oil until almost smoking. Add the chili peppers, garlic, and ginger and stir-fry over high heat until fragrant, about 30 seconds. Stir the sauce, add it to the skillet, and cook until thickened, about 1 minute.
5.Add the chicken and toss to coat. Add the green onions and red pepper flakes and toss again. Serve hot with steamed rice.

PROS

Noble House General’s Chicken is a popular and flavorful dish that is a crowd-pleaser.

The sweet and spicy flavor profile appeals to a wide variety of taste buds.

CONS

This dish is deep-fried and contains a relatively high amount of sugar, so it should be enjoyed in moderation.

It is also high in sodium, so those watching their salt intake may want to adjust the amount of soy sauce used.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This dish contains protein from the chicken and some vitamins and minerals from the green onions and peppers.
The ginger may also aid in digestion and have anti-inflammatory properties.

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