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Crispy, saucy, and full of bold flavor — this homemade General Tso’s Chicken is the ultimate Chinese-American classic, perfect over rice or noodles.

Ingredients

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  • 1.5 lbs boneless chicken thighs, cubed

  • 1/2 cup cornstarch (plus more for dredging)

  • 1 egg

  • 2 tbsp soy sauce

  • 1 tbsp sesame oil

  • Oil for frying

Sauce:

  • 3 tbsp soy sauce (light)

  • 1 tbsp dark soy sauce

  • 2 tbsp hoisin sauce

  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

  • 3 tbsp brown sugar

  • 1/4 cup water or chicken broth

  • 3 cloves garlic, minced

  • 1 tbsp ginger, minced

  • 6–8 dried red chilies (or 1/2 tsp chili flakes)

Garnish (optional):

  • Chopped green onions

  • Sesame seeds

Instructions

  • Marinate chicken with soy sauce, sesame oil, and 1 tbsp cornstarch for 20 minutes.

  • Dredge chicken in more cornstarch to coat.

  • Heat oil and fry chicken in batches until golden and crisp. Drain.

  • In a pan, sauté garlic, ginger, and chilies until fragrant.

  • Add sauce ingredients and simmer until slightly thickened.

  • Toss in fried chicken and stir to coat evenly.

  • Serve hot with rice and garnish as desired.

Notes

  • Air fry or bake for a lighter version.

  • Adjust chilies for more or less spice.

  • Tofu or cauliflower can replace chicken for vegetarian option.

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