Homemade General Tso's Chicken: A Sweet & Spicy Delight

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Craving the fiery, sweet, and savory flavors of General Tso’s Chicken? Look no further than your kitchen! This classic Chinese dish is easier to make than you might think. Let's dive into the recipe.

Ingredients:

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• 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 cup cornstarch
• 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ginger powder
• 1/2 teaspoon salt
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
• Vegetable oil for frying
• For the sauce:
• • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup water

Instructions:

1. Prepare the chicken: In a large bowl, combine cornstarch, flour, garlic powder, ginger powder, salt, and pepper. Add chicken pieces and toss to coat evenly.
2. Fry the chicken: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C). Carefully add chicken pieces in batches and fry until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
3. Make the sauce: In a small bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, chili garlic sauce, cornstarch, and water.
4. Combine chicken and sauce: In a large skillet, heat a small amount of oil over medium heat. Add fried chicken and pour the sauce over it. Toss to coat evenly until the sauce thickens and coats the chicken.
5. Serve: Serve immediately over rice or with your favorite side dish.

Conclusion:

Homemade General Tso's Chicken offers a delicious and satisfying experience. The crispy chicken coated in a sweet and spicy sauce is simply irresistible. With a little effort, you can recreate this restaurant favorite in the comfort of your own home. Enjoy!