Tom’s General Tso’s Chicken

May 20, 2023May 20, 20230 20
Tom's General Tso's Chicken Recipe for Your Next Meal
in Chinese

Prep

40 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

60 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 red chili pepper , chopped ( i use thai chiles )
1 tablespoon gingerroot , minced
1 garlic clove , minced
2 -3 tablespoons flour
1 pinch sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 dash rice wine vinegar
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
4 chicken breasts , cut into 1-inch cubes
2 -3 cups broccoli florets ( use as little or as much as you 'd like )
1 tablespoon oil ( peanut , vegetable , or canola )
1 tablespoon minced ginger
1 garlic clove , minced
1 red chili pepper , chopped ( optional )
1 pinch sugar
1/4 cup soy sauce
1 dash rice wine vinegar
2 tablespoons tomato paste
1/3 cup water or 1/3 cup chicken broth

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
382
Sugar
6g
Fat
14g
General Tso's Chicken is a popular Chinese dish that is often found on the menu at Chinese-American restaurants and takeout places. This recipe puts a healthier spin on the classic dish by adding broccoli for added nutrition and using primarily healthy ingredients. In this recipe, chicken is marinated in a flavorful mixture of soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and other spices before being stir-fried with broccoli. The dish is finished off with a sweet and tangy sauce that is sure to be a hit with your taste buds. Serve with steamed rice for a filling and delicious meal that is easy to make at home.

Instructions

1.In a medium bowl, mix together the chopped chili pepper, minced gingerroot, minced garlic, flour, sugar, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and toasted sesame oil.
2.Add the chicken cubes to the bowl and marinate for at least 30 minutes.
3.Heat the oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add the minced ginger, minced garlic, and chopped chili pepper (optional) and cook for 1-2 minutes.
4.Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for 5-7 minutes until browned and cooked through.
5.Add the broccoli florets and continue to stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes.
6.In a small bowl, whisk together the sugar, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, tomato paste, and water or chicken broth.
7.Pour the sauce over the chicken and broccoli and stir until well combined. Serve with rice and enjoy!

PROS

This General Tso’s Chicken recipe is packed full of flavor and is sure to satisfy your cravings for Chinese takeout.

You can adjust the amount of heat by adding more or less of the chopped chili pepper.

The recipe uses primarily healthy ingredients and includes broccoli for added vitamins and fiber.

CONS

This recipe uses flour to coat the chicken, which can make it less healthy than other cooking methods.

If you are watching your sodium intake, you may want to adjust the amount of soy sauce used in the recipe.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

This recipe includes a variety of healthy ingredients, including ginger, garlic, broccoli, and sesame oil.
Ginger and garlic have anti-inflammatory properties and may also help boost your immune system.
Broccoli is packed full of fiber and vitamins C and K, which can help with digestion and support a healthy immune system.

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