Chinese General Tso’s Chicken with Spicy Glaze
Chinese General Tso’s Chicken with Spicy Glaze
Quick Overview
General Tso’s Chicken is a famous Chinese-inspired dish featuring crispy fried chicken coated in a sweet, savory, and slightly spicy glaze. It’s bold, flavorful, and commonly served with steamed rice.
Ingredients
Main:
- Chicken thighs or breast
- Cornstarch
- Egg
Flavor base:
- Soy sauce
- Garlic
- Ginger
- Chili flakes
Optional:
- Green onions
- Sesame seeds
- Broccoli
Preparing the Chicken
For crispy texture:
- Cut chicken into bite-sized pieces
- Dip into beaten egg
- Coat evenly with cornstarch
Fry until golden brown and crunchy.
Making the Sauce
Simple mix:
- Soy sauce
- Sugar or honey
- Rice vinegar
- Garlic and ginger
- Small amount of chili sauce
Heat slowly until glossy and slightly thick.
Cooking the Dish
- Fry chicken pieces until crispy
- Remove excess oil from the pan
- Pour in the sauce
- Return chicken and toss evenly
Cook briefly so the glaze coats every piece.
Final Step
Serve hot with:
- White rice
- Fried rice
- Stir-fried vegetables
Optional toppings:
- Sesame seeds
- Green onions
Final Result
This dish delivers:
- 🍗 Crispy chicken texture
- 🌶️ Sweet and spicy glaze
- 🧄 Deep savory flavor
- ✨ Sticky restaurant-style sauce
