General Tso's Chicken
A popular dish with a sweet, tangy, and slightly spicy flavor, easy to make at home and perfect for family dinners.
Ingredients
Chicken and Coating
- 4 pieces chicken breasts (cubed)
- 1 cup all-purpose flour (or cornstarch) Cornstarch can be used for a gluten-free option.
- 1 tsp paprika
- 2 tsp garlic salt
Sauce
- 1 1/4 cup sugar
- 1 cup water
- 1 cup white distilled vinegar
- 1 tsp salt
- 6 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tsp red chili pepper flakes Optional for added spice.
Instructions
Preparation
- Mix the flour (or cornstarch), paprika, and garlic salt in a bowl.
- Coat the cubed chicken pieces in the flour mixture.
Cooking
- Heat oil in a pan over medium heat and fry the chicken until golden brown. Remove and set aside.
- In a separate pot, combine the sugar, water, vinegar, salt, and soy sauce. Bring to a boil.
- Add the chicken to the sauce and stir well. Let it simmer for a few minutes until thickened.
- If you like it spicy, add in the red chili pepper flakes.
Notes
Serve hot over a bed of steamed rice, garnished with chopped green onions or sesame seeds. For a crispier texture, try double frying the chicken. Adjust the sweetness and spiciness of the sauce to your preference, and consider adding vegetables like broccoli or bell peppers for extra nutrition.