A homemade version of the popular American-Chinese takeout dish, General Tso Chicken, featuring a crispy batter and a flavorful sauce.

General Tso Chicken recipe
Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
50min

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 portion)

Batter

  • rice flour
    rice flour
    200g
  • tapioca flour
    tapioca flour
    48g
  • potato starch
    potato starch
    64g
  • baking powder
    baking powder
    10g
  • salt
    salt
    2g
  • oil
    oil
    24g
  • vodka
    vodka
    275g

Sauce

  • rice vinegar
    rice vinegar
    210g
  • brown sugar
    brown sugar
    210g
  • ketchup
    ketchup
    280g
  • tamari or soy sauce
    tamari or soy sauce
    40g
  • unagi sauce
    unagi sauce
    25g
  • garlic, minced
    garlic, minced
    7g
  • ginger, minced
    ginger, minced
    7g
  • water
    water
    20g
  • potato starch
    potato starch
    20g

Chicken

  • chicken (diced)
    chicken (diced)
    1lb

How to make General Tso Chicken

Prepare the Batter

  1. Step 1

    Mix rice flour, tapioca flour, potato starch, baking powder, salt, oil, and vodka well.

  2. Step 2

    Let the batter chill until ready to use.

Prepare the Sauce

  1. Step 1

    Mix rice vinegar, brown sugar, ketchup, tamari or soy sauce, unagi sauce, garlic, and ginger in a bowl.

  2. Step 2

    Transfer the mixture to a pot and bring to a low boil or simmer.

  3. Step 3

    Make a slurry with water and potato starch, then add it to the pot.

  4. Step 4

    Cook until the sauce is slightly thickened or coats a spoon.

Prepare the Chicken

  1. Step 1

    Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).

  2. Step 2

    Dip chicken pieces in the batter and gently drop into hot oil.

  3. Step 3

    Fry in batches for 5–6 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.

  4. Step 4

    Add fried chicken to a large bowl or pan.

  5. Step 5

    Pour the hot sauce over the chicken and toss until well coated.

  6. Step 6

    Serve hot over steamed rice or with stir-fried vegetables.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

706.7kcal (35.33%)

Protein

28.8g (57.68%)

Carbs

99.5g (36.18%)

Sugars

41.3g (82.56%)

Healthy Fat

13.6g

Unhealthy Fat

3.7g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. Chill the batter to ensure a crispy coating.

  2. Adjust the thickness of the sauce by varying the amount of slurry added.

FAQS

  1. Can I use a different type of flour for the batter?

    Yes, you can experiment with different flours, but the texture may vary.

  2. What can I serve with General Tso Chicken?

    It pairs well with shrimp fried rice, chow mein, or plain white rice.

  3. Can I make this dish gluten-free?

    Yes, use gluten-free tamari instead of soy sauce and ensure all other ingredients are gluten-free.

  4. How do I store leftovers?

    Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3 days.

  5. Can I make the sauce spicier?

    Yes, add chili flakes or hot sauce to increase the spiciness.

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