General Tso's Chicken (Heriteau) Recipe

Name: General Tso's Chicken (Heriteau)
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 4 large chicken legs including thighs, boned, cut into 1/2 inch pieces; 1 each eggs slightly beaten; 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil; 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 x vegetable oil; 2 each scallions, spring or green onions trimmed to 4 inches; 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce, light; 1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari mushroom; 1 1/2 tablespoons rice wine; 2 each ginger pieces, fresh, 1/2 inch thick, peeled; 1 x black pepper fresh; 3 tablespoons chicken broth; 1 teaspoon brown sugar; 1 tablespoon cornstarch; 1 teaspoon rice vinegar; 1/2 tablespoon thai chili paste; 1 teaspoon sesame oil

Servings: persons

4 large chicken legs including thighs, boned, cut into 1/2 inch pieces
1 each eggs slightly beaten
1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil
1/2 tablespoon cornstarch
1 x vegetable oil
2 each scallions, spring or green onions trimmed to 4 inches
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce, light
1 1/2 tablespoons soy sauce, tamari mushroom
1 1/2 tablespoons rice wine
2 each ginger pieces, fresh, 1/2 inch thick, peeled
1 x black pepper fresh
3 tablespoons chicken broth
1 teaspoon brown sugar
1 tablespoon cornstarch
1 teaspoon rice vinegar
1/2 tablespoon thai chili paste
1 teaspoon sesame oil

1
In a medium bowl, combine the chicken with the egg, oil, and cornstarch.
2
In a blender or food processor, or by hand, combine the ingredients for Sauce 1.
3
In a small bowl, combine the ingredients for Sauce 2.
4
Place the measured ingredients beside the wok in the order in which they are to be placed in the wok.
5
Warm 2 serving dishes, one lined with paper towel, in a 250 degree F oven.
6
Fill the wok to a depth of 1 1/2 to 2 inches with vegetable oil.
7
Heat the oil to high (400 degrees F), or until a day-old cube of bread browns in just under 1 minute.
8
Heat another 4 minutes to stabilize the temperature.
9
Put the chicken pieces into the oil one at a time until all are in.
10
Stir-fry 3 minutes.
11
Remove the pieces from the oil, draining well over the wok, and keep warm in the oven on the paper-lined dish.
12
Empty the oil from the wok.
13
Reduce the heat to medium (350F/180C) and stir in Sauce 1.
14
As soon as it bubbles, stir in the chicken.
15
Sprinkle Sauce 2 over the chicken, stir-fry minute more, then turn into the serving dish.
16
Scrape the sauce over the chicken and serve at once.

588

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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: 4 large chicken legs including thighs, boned, cut into 1/2 inch pieces, 1 each eggs slightly beaten, 1/2 tablespoon vegetable oil, 1/2 tablespoon cornstarch, and more.

Yes, General Tso's Chicken (Heriteau) 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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General Tso's Chicken (Heriteau)

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

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