Trisha’s Easy General Tso’s Chicken

May 19, 2023May 19, 20230 2
Trisha's Easy General Tso's Chicken
in Main

Prep

10 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

30 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb boneless skinless chicken breast ( cubed )
3 eggs , beaten
1/2 cup cornstarch
7 dried chili pods
8 teaspoons cornstarch
6 tablespoons rice vinegar
8 tablespoons rice wine
12 tablespoons sugar
12 tablespoons soy sauce

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
415
Sugar
27g
Fat
10g
General Tso's Chicken is a popular Chinese-American dish that is often found on takeout menus. Trisha's version of this dish is a simplified recipe that can be easily made at home without sacrificing the flavors. The dish features crispy fried chicken coated in a sweet and tangy sauce that uses vinegar, rice wine, and soy sauce. The dish is then topped with spicy dried chili pods for a little kick of flavor. It's a hearty and satisfying meal that can be served with a side of steamed vegetables and rice.

Instructions

1.In a bowl, mix chicken with beaten eggs.
2.Add cornstarch to chicken and coat evenly.
3.In a separate bowl, combine rice vinegar, rice wine, soy sauce, and sugar.
4.In a hot skillet or wok, cook dried chili pods until fragrant.
5.Add chicken to the skillet and cook until golden brown.
6.Add the sauce to the skillet and let it simmer until thickened.
7.Serve over rice for a delicious meal.

PROS

Trisha’s Easy General Tso’s Chicken is a flavorful and easy-to-make dish that can be a hit with the whole family.

The sweet and savory sauce is a crowd-pleaser and the fried chicken gives a perfect crunch.

CONS

This dish, like many Chinese takeout favorites, is high in calories and sodium.
It should be enjoyed in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken in this dish provides a great source of protein and the use of cornstarch instead of traditional flour in the breading can reduce the carb content.
It is important to balance this meal with plenty of vegetables to keep it healthy.

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