If you’re looking for a recipe that’s not only easy to make but also incredibly delicious, then you’ve come to the right place! I made General Tso’s Chicken for the first time last night, and let me tell you, it was a hit! We actually preferred it over our local Chinese restaurant. The flavors were just amazing!

Now, I have a confession to make. I used to be scared of frying foods. It may sound silly, but it always freaked me out. However, this recipe helped me overcome that fear. It’s so simple and straightforward that even a frying novice like me can pull it off.

My husband and I absolutely love this recipe! In fact, it’s become one of our go-to dishes. The best part is that it can be prepared quickly, with a total time of just 30 minutes. So, let’s dive into the details and see how you can make this mouthwatering dish yourself!

Ingredients for General Tso’s Chicken

Chicken Sauce:

• 2 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tbsp oyster sauce
• 1 tbsp rice wine vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 1 tsp chili flakes
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 2 tbsp cornflour
• 1 cup chicken broth

Chicken:

• 2 lb chicken thigh, cut into 1-inch cubes
• 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
• 2 tsp ginger, finely chopped
• 1 cup cornflour
• 2 cups vegetable oil
• 1 tbsp sesame seeds
• 4 green onions, thinly sliced

Instructions

Step 1: Marinate the Chicken

• In a bowl, combine the soy sauce, oyster sauce, rice wine vinegar, sesame oil, and chili flakes to make the marinade. Set it aside.
• Place the chicken thigh, garlic, ginger, and two tablespoons of the marinade into a zip-lock bag.

Step 2: Coat the Chicken and Prepare the Sauce

• Mix the chicken in the marinade until it’s well coated, then refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
• In the remaining marinade, add brown sugar, cornflour, and chicken broth. Set the sauce aside.

Step 3: Coat the Chicken in Cornflour

• Remove the chicken from the ziplock bag and place it in a bowl with one cup of cornflour.
• Toss the chicken in the cornflour until all sides are coated.

Step 4: Fry the Chicken

• Heat the vegetable oil in a saucepan over medium heat until it reaches 375F.
• Shake off any excess cornflour from the chicken pieces and carefully place them into the hot oil.
• Fry the chicken in batches until it turns crispy and golden brown, approximately 3 minutes. Then, transfer them to a plate lined with kitchen paper.

Step 5: Prepare the Sauce

• While the chicken is frying, place a sauté pan over medium heat and pour in the sauce.
• Bring the sauce to a simmer and cook for 5 minutes until it thickens and becomes glossy.

Step 6: Toss and Serve

• Quickly toss the crispy chicken in the thickened sauce until each piece is coated.
• Serve General Tso’s Chicken immediately, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Enjoy your homemade General Tso’s Chicken! Trust me, the combination of crispy chicken and flavorful sauce is absolutely irresistible. YUM!