How many servings does this recipe make?

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

What ingredients do I need for General Tso Fried Chicken?

You need 27 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 1 whole chicken, broken down into 8 pieces, vegetable oil, for frying, 1 quart buttermilk, 1 teaspoon Chinese 5 spice, toasted and ground, and more.

Is General Tso Fried Chicken suitable as meat & poultry?

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

How do I store leftover General Tso Fried Chicken?

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

General Tso Fried Chicken Recipe

Name: General Tso Fried Chicken
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 1 whole chicken, broken down into 8 pieces; vegetable oil, for frying; 1 quart buttermilk; 1 teaspoon Chinese 5 spice, toasted and ground; 1 teaspoon cumin, toasted; 1 teaspoon Szechuan peppercorns, toasted; 1/4 cup Sriracha; 1 cup dehydrated mushroom powder; 2 cups all purpose flour; 1 teaspoon Chinese 5 spice, toasted and ground; 1 teaspoon cumin, toasted and ground; 1 teaspoon Szechuan peppercorns, toasted and ground; 1/8 cup dehydrated mushroom powder; 1 cup honey; 1/4 cup garlic, finely chopped; 1/4 cup ginger, finely chopped; 1/2 bunch cilantro, finely chopped; 1 cup Sriracha; 1/8 cup fermented shoyu; 4 tablespoons dehydrated mushroom powder; 1/2 cup Chinese fermented dried black beans; 1/2 cup scallions, sliced; 1/2 cup leeks, pickled (see below); 1 large leek, just the white part, thinly sliced; 1 cup rice vinegar; 1 cup sugar; 1 cup ice water

General Tso Fried Chicken

Eats Now Editorial Team · 920 kcal · Meat & Poultry

General Tso Fried Chicken – a delicious recipe with chicken, vegetable oil, buttermilk, spice, cumin, Szechuan peppercorns. Easy to follow and perfect for any occasion.

Serves 4 Meat & Poultry

General Tso Fried Chicken

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