General Tso’s Chicken

• vegetable oil8 cup
• rice wine1 cup
• soy sauce4 tbsp
• boneless, skinless chicken thighs1 pound
• flour1 cup
• salt1 tablespoon
• vegetable oil1 tablespoon
• fresh garlic2 clove
• fresh ginger1 teaspoon
• dried chili pod½ cup
• rice wine¼ cup
• soy sauce¼ cup
• rice wine vinegar¼ cup
• sugar¼ cup
• cornstarch½ tablespoon
• water½ tablespoon
• green onion¼ cup
• white rice0

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, combine 1 cup rice wine (240 ml), ¼ cup (60 ml) of soy sauce, and cubed chicken thighs.

2. 2

   Stir and cover with plastic wrap.

3. 3

   Refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or up to an hour.

4. 4

   In a separate large bowl, combine 1 cup of flour (125 g) and 1 tablespoon of salt.

5. 5

   Remove chicken from wine/soy marinade and place in flour mixture.

6. 6

   Mix thoroughly, until all the chicken pieces are coated.

7. 7

   Fill a dutch oven or large pot at least 2 inches (5 cm) deep with vegetable oil.

8. 8

   Heat oil to 365˚F (185˚C).

9. 9

   Place chicken pieces in frying oil, stirring occasionally.

10. 10

    Fry until they are golden brown, roughly 4-5 minutes.

11. 11

    Remove chicken from oil and set aside to drain on paper towels or a wire rack.

12. 12

    In a large skillet, bring one tablespoon of vegetable oil to medium-high heat.

13. 13

    Add garlic and ginger, stirring frequently for one minute.

14. 14

    Add dried chili pods.

15. 15

    Continue stirring for 30 seconds before adding rice wine, soy sauce, rice wine vinegar, and sugar.

16. 16

    Stir occasionally until mixture is bubbling.

17. 17

    Add cornstarch slurry, stirring frequently.

18. 18

    The sauce should begin to thicken in a minute or less.

19. 19

    Add cooked chicken pieces, stirring them to coat with the sauce.

20. 20

    Remove from heat and garnish with green onions and rice.

21. 21

    Nutrition Calories: 4192 Fat: 434 grams Carbs: 55 grams Fiber: 3 grams Sugars: 18 grams Protein: 33 grams Enjoy!