Deb'S General Tso'S Chicken Recipe

Name: Deb'S General Tso'S Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 cups vegetable oil for frying; 3 eggs; 1/2 cup cornstarch; 2 teaspoons cornstarch; 2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces; 1 1/2 cups white sugar; 1/4 cup distilled white vinegar; 1/4 cup rice vinegar; 1/4 cup dry sherry; 2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce; 2 teaspoons minced garlic; 2 tablespoons vegetable oil; 12 dried whole red chilies, or to taste; 2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger, or to taste

Servings: persons

4 cups vegetable oil for frying
3 eggs
1/2 cup cornstarch
2 teaspoons cornstarch
2 pounds skinless, boneless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
1 1/2 cups white sugar
1/4 cup distilled white vinegar
1/4 cup rice vinegar
1/4 cup dry sherry
2 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 teaspoons minced garlic
2 tablespoons vegetable oil
12 dried whole red chilies, or to taste
2 tablespoons minced fresh ginger, or to taste

1
Heat the frying oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
2
Beat the eggs in a mixing bowl until smooth. Mix in the 1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch until no lumps remain. Mix in the chicken until evenly coated in the batter.
3
In batches, carefully drop the chicken cubes into the hot oil one by one, cooking until the chicken turns golden brown and begins to float, about 3 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
4
Meanwhile, combine the sugar, white vinegar, rice vinegar, sherry, soy sauce, and garlic in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir constantly until the sugar has dissolved and the sauce thickens to the consistency of light pancake syrup, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and keep warm.
5
Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the dried chiles and ginger; cook and stir until the ginger begins to brown, about 30 seconds. Remove the chiles and ginger from the wok and stir them into the sauce. Place the fried chicken cubes into the wok and cook until very crispy and dark golden brown. Serve the chicken with the sauce.

3077

kcal

Calories

276

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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 4 cups vegetable oil for frying, 3 eggs, 1/2 cup cornstarch, 2 teaspoons cornstarch, and more.

Yes, Deb'S General Tso'S 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.

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Deb'S General Tso'S Chicken

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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