General Tso's Chicken

General Tso's Chicken is a flavorful and crispy dish featuring tender chicken pieces coated in a sweet and spicy sauce, perfect for a satisfying lunch. This kosher version maintains the authentic taste while adhering to dietary restrictions.

General Tso's Chicken
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
450 kcal

Ingredients

  • Boneless chicken thighs - 300 grams
  • Cornstarch - 60 grams
  • Soy sauce (kosher) - 30 ml
  • Rice vinegar - 15 ml
  • Honey - 20 grams
  • Garlic (minced) - 2 cloves
  • Ginger (grated) - 1 tsp
  • Red pepper flakes - 1/2 tsp
  • Green onions (sliced) - 2 stalks
  • Sesame oil - 1 tsp
  • Vegetable oil - for frying
  • Salt - to taste

Steps

  1. Cut the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season with salt.
  2. In a bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, garlic, ginger, and red pepper flakes to create the sauce.
  3. Coat the chicken pieces with cornstarch evenly.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a pan over medium-high heat; once hot, add the chicken pieces in batches, frying until golden and crispy (about 5-7 minutes).
  5. Remove the chicken and drain on paper towels.
  6. In the same pan, add the sesame oil and pour in the sauce mixture. Bring to a simmer.
  7. Add the fried chicken pieces to the sauce, tossing to coat thoroughly for about 2-3 minutes.
  8. Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 450
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 40 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 10 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 90 mg
  • Total Fat: 20 g
  • Saturated Fat: 3 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15 g
  • Water: 0.3 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, which supports muscle growth and repair.
  • Contains ginger and garlic, known for their anti-inflammatory and immune-boosting properties.

Tags

ChineseKosherLunch