Chinese cuisine
General Tsos Chicken
Crispy chicken tossed in a sweet and spicy sauce, perfect for a comforting Chinese lunch.
Our gluten-free General Tso's Chicken is a delightful blend of tender, crispy chicken pieces smothered in a savory-sweet sauce. It’s best enjoyed with steamed rice or cauliflower rice on the side.
Method
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DIRECTIONS:
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STEP 1 - SAUCE
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In a bowl, add 2 Cups of water, 2 Tablespoon soy sauce, 2 Tablespoon white vinegar, sherry cooking wine, 1/4 Teaspoon white pepper, minced ginger, minced garlic, hot pepper, ketchup, hoisin sauce, and sugar.
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Mix together well and set aside.
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STEP 2 - MARINATING THE CHICKEN
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In a bowl, add the chicken, 1 pinch of salt, 1 pinch of white pepper, 2 egg whites, and 3 Tablespoon of corn starch
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STEP 3 - DEEP FRY THE CHICKEN
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Deep fry the chicken at 350 degrees for 3-4 minutes or until it is golden brown and loosen up the chicken so that they don't stick together.
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Set the chicken aside.
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STEP 4 - STIR FRY
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Add the sauce to the wok and then the broccoli and wait until it is boiling.
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To thicken the sauce, whisk together 2 Tablespoon of cornstarch and 4 Tablespoon of water in a bowl and slowly add to your stir-fry until it's the right thickness.
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Next add in the chicken and stir-fry for a minute and serve on a plate
FAQ
Is «General Tsos Chicken» gluten-free?
It may contain gluten — check the ingredients and pick gluten-free alternatives.
How many calories and carbs are in a serving of «General Tsos Chicken»?
One serving has 712 kcal, 71.9 g carbs, 22.4 g protein and 36.4 g fat. The recipe makes 5 servings.
Is «General Tsos Chicken» suitable for gestational diabetes (GDM)?
Occasionally — watch your portion size. Carb load: высокая. This is not medical advice — with GDM, check with your doctor and glucose meter.