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Easy General Tso Chicken: 7 Steps for the Perfect Homemade Takeout


  • Author: katarina
  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 1x

Description

A crunchy, sticky, and perfectly balanced homemade version of the classic Chinese-American takeout favorite.


Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs chicken thighs
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tbsp chili garlic sauce
  • 1 tbsp minced fresh ginger
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • Oil for frying

Instructions

  1. Marinate chicken
  2. Dredge in cornstarch
  3. Fry until golden
  4. Simmer sauce ingredients
  5. Toss together and serve

Notes

High protein, restaurant quality at home, quick and easy to prepare.

  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450