Al'S General Tso Chicken Recipe

Name: Al'S General Tso Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 large egg, beaten; 1/4 teaspoon salt; 1/2 teaspoon freshly roasted sichuan peppercorn; 2 tablespoons cornstarch; 2 large chicken legs with thigh or (3/4 lb) chicken breasts, boned and skinned, fat and membranes removed, and cut into strips; 1 tablespoon cornstarch, for dusting; For the sauce; 2 1/2 tablespoons dark soy sauce or 2 1/2 tablespoons mushroom soy sauce; 1 teaspoon minced garlic; 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger; 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce; 3 teaspoons sugar; 3 teaspoons Chinese white rice vinegar; 1 1/2 teaspoons shao-hsing rice wine; 6 small dried hot chili peppers; 1/4 cup finely sliced green onion; 3 1/2 cups peanut oil or 3 1/2 cups cooking oil, for deep-frying and stir-frying

Servings: persons

1 large egg, beaten
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/2 teaspoon freshly roasted sichuan peppercorn
2 tablespoons cornstarch
2 large chicken legs with thigh or (3/4 lb) chicken breasts, boned and skinned, fat and membranes removed, and cut into strips
1 tablespoon cornstarch, for dusting
For the sauce
2 1/2 tablespoons dark soy sauce or 2 1/2 tablespoons mushroom soy sauce
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
3 teaspoons sugar
3 teaspoons Chinese white rice vinegar
1 1/2 teaspoons shao-hsing rice wine
6 small dried hot chili peppers
1/4 cup finely sliced green onion
3 1/2 cups peanut oil or 3 1/2 cups cooking oil, for deep-frying and stir-frying

1
In a pestle and mortar grind the Sichuan pepper and salt together into a fine powder, cover the sliced chicken with the salt and sichuan pepper mixture.
2
In a bowl, mix together the egg, and 2 tablespoons cornstarch.
3
Add the chicken slices, mix to coat, and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
4
In a small bowl, combine the wet sauce ingredients, sugar and reserve.
5
Heat a wok over high heat.
6
Add oil and heat to 350 degrees Fahrenheit.
7
In batches, using tongs, remove the chicken slices individually, dust with 1 tablespoon cornstarch, and place in the oil.
8
Deep-fry for 1 1/2 to 2 minutes, until the chicken is browned and crispy.
9
Remove the chicken with a Chinese strainer and drain well.
10
Turn off the heat.
11
Pour off all but 1 1/2 tablespoons of the oil from the wok.
12
Heat the wok over high heat until a little smoke appears from the oil.
13
Add the chilies and stir for 15 seconds.
14
Add the garlic and ginger followed by the green onion and stir for 30 seconds.
15
Add the chicken and cook, stirring, for 1 minute.
16
Stir the sauce mixture, pour into the wok, stir well, and cook until the chicken slices are completely coated with sauce, about 1 1/2 minutes.
17
Turn off the heat, and serve.

1418

kcal

Calories

108

Fat

Carbs

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 17 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 large egg, beaten, 1/4 teaspoon salt, 1/2 teaspoon freshly roasted sichuan peppercorn, 2 tablespoons cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Al'S General Tso Chicken falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

That's it — enjoy your meal!

Al'S General Tso Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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