Best 3 Debs General Tsos Chicken Recipes
Deb's General Tso's Chicken is an irresistible dish that seamlessly blends the culinary traditions of China and America. Its origins can be traced to the culinary skills of Taiwanese-American chef Peng Chang-kuei, who, inspired by the flavors of his homeland and the ingredients available in the United States, created a tantalizing dish that has captured the hearts of food lovers worldwide. Deb's rendition of this classic dish promises an explosion of flavors, with tender chicken coated in a luscious, tangy sauce, complemented by a medley of crisp vegetables. Prepare to embark on a culinary adventure as we delve into the secrets of crafting the perfect Deb's General Tso's Chicken, a dish that will leave your taste buds exhilarated and craving more.
Here are our top 3 tried and tested recipes!
DEB'S GENERAL TSO'S CHICKEN
A traditional Chinese favorite, you'll enjoy the spicy sweet soy sauce with ginger and garlic flavors, ingredients that make this dish so addictive. This is a true General's chicken recipe which requires frying the chicken twice to give it that extra crispiness. The cornstarch batter gives the chicken a light coating. Don't scrimp or replace the ingredients or you might be disappointed. If you are on a busy schedule, you can cut down the time considerably by making and refrigerating the sauce and chicken up to 3 days; and doing the second stage of frying the chicken later. Serve with rice or noodles tossed with lightly steamed fresh vegetables of your choice, such as broccoli, zucchini, squash, and green onions.
Provided by Deb K
Categories World Cuisine Recipes Asian Chinese
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the frying oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Beat the eggs in a mixing bowl until smooth. Mix in the 1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch until no lumps remain. Mix in the chicken until evenly coated in the batter.
- In batches, carefully drop the chicken cubes into the hot oil one by one, cooking until the chicken turns golden brown and begins to float, about 3 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Meanwhile, combine the sugar, white vinegar, rice vinegar, sherry, soy sauce, and garlic in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir constantly until the sugar has dissolved and the sauce thickens to the consistency of light pancake syrup, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and keep warm.
- Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the dried chiles and ginger; cook and stir until the ginger begins to brown, about 30 seconds. Remove the chiles and ginger from the wok and stir them into the sauce. Place the fried chicken cubes into the wok and cook until very crispy and dark golden brown. Serve the chicken with the sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 828.8 calories, Carbohydrate 91.9 g, Cholesterol 189.3 mg, Fat 37.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 36.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 688.7 mg, Sugar 50.4 g
GENERAL TSO'S CHICKEN
There's been a lot of rumor about the origins of this dish; I'll let others fight it out and just focus on its deliciousness! I think that the human palate is drawn to the combination of savory, sour, sweet, salty and spicy. I think that's why we all love this dish. There's a huge difference between the popular sambal oelek and Chinese chili garlic sauce. Sambal is very easy to find but it's twice as hot as chili garlic. So, if you are using sambal, use half the amount.
Provided by Jet Tila
Categories main-dish
Time 30m
Yield 4 servings
Number Of Ingredients 18
Steps:
- For the chicken: Place your broccoli florets in a medium bowl and add 2 tablespoons water. Cover with plastic wrap and microwave for 2 minutes, until tender. Drain and set aside until ready to use.
- Heat the oil in a 4-quart (3.8-liter) Dutch oven to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C) using a frying thermometer. Rinse the chicken in cold water and pat dry with paper towels. Mix 1 1/2 cups (335 grams) of the tempura flour and 1 cup (240 milliliters) water into a thick batter. It should look like thick pancake batter. Dredge the chicken cubes in the 1 cup (223 grams) of tempura flour and then coat them in the batter. Fry them in two batches until golden brown and crispy, 6 to 8 minutes. Drain the chicken on paper towels or a rack.
- Heat a wok or large skillet to high and add 2 tablespoons (30 milliliters) of oil. When you see the first wisps of white smoke, stir in the fried chicken, onion, chiles, broccoli, and 1/3 of the ginger and garlic and cook them for about 30 seconds.
- For the sauce: While the chicken cooks, add the oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, chili garlic sauce, sugar, white vinegar, soy sauce, cornstarch slurry, red food coloring if using, 1/3 cup water and the remaining chopped ginger and garlic into a 1-quart (946-millileter) saucepan and bring the heat up to medium. Whisk gently as it comes to a simmer. Allow it to simmer and keep whisking it for about 5 minutes, until the sauce thickens. Remove from the heat and reserve it.
- Stir in the sauce and allow it to coat the chicken and simmer. Cook it, folding all the ingredients until they are well coated, about 2 minutes. Garnish with the scallions.
DEB'S GENERAL TSO'S CHICKEN
A traditional Chinese favorite, you'll enjoy the spicy sweet soy sauce with ginger and garlic flavors, ingredients that make this dish so addictive. This is a true General's chicken recipe which requires frying the chicken twice to give it that extra crispiness. The cornstarch batter gives the chicken a light coating. Don't scrimp or replace the ingredients or you might be disappointed. If you are on a busy schedule, you can cut down the time considerably by making and refrigerating the sauce and chicken up to 3 days; and doing the second stage of frying the chicken later. Serve with rice or noodles tossed with lightly steamed fresh vegetables of your choice, such as broccoli, zucchini, squash, and green onions.
Provided by Deb K
Categories Chinese Recipes
Time 55m
Yield 6
Number Of Ingredients 14
Steps:
- Heat the frying oil in a deep-fryer or large saucepan to 375 degrees F (190 degrees C).
- Beat the eggs in a mixing bowl until smooth. Mix in the 1/2 cup plus 2 teaspoons cornstarch until no lumps remain. Mix in the chicken until evenly coated in the batter.
- In batches, carefully drop the chicken cubes into the hot oil one by one, cooking until the chicken turns golden brown and begins to float, about 3 minutes. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- Meanwhile, combine the sugar, white vinegar, rice vinegar, sherry, soy sauce, and garlic in a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Stir constantly until the sugar has dissolved and the sauce thickens to the consistency of light pancake syrup, about 3 minutes. Remove from the heat and keep warm.
- Heat 2 tablespoons vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over medium-high heat. Stir in the dried chiles and ginger; cook and stir until the ginger begins to brown, about 30 seconds. Remove the chiles and ginger from the wok and stir them into the sauce. Place the fried chicken cubes into the wok and cook until very crispy and dark golden brown. Serve the chicken with the sauce.
Nutrition Facts : Calories 828.8 calories, Carbohydrate 91.9 g, Cholesterol 189.3 mg, Fat 37.3 g, Fiber 0.2 g, Protein 36.4 g, SaturatedFat 6.4 g, Sodium 688.7 mg, Sugar 50.4 g
Tips:
- Mise en Place: Before you start cooking, make sure you have all of your ingredients and equipment ready to go. This will help you stay organized and avoid scrambling.
- Use Fresh Ingredients: Fresh ingredients will give your General Tso's chicken the best flavor. If possible, buy organic chicken and vegetables.
- Marinate the Chicken: Marinating the chicken in a mixture of soy sauce, rice wine, and sesame oil will help it stay juicy and flavorful.
- Use a Wok: A wok is the best type of pan to use for General Tso's chicken. It allows you to cook the chicken quickly and evenly.
- Don't Overcrowd the Wok: When you're cooking the chicken, don't overcrowd the wok. This will prevent the chicken from cooking evenly.
- Cook the Chicken in Batches: If you're cooking a lot of chicken, cook it in batches. This will help you avoid overcrowding the wok.
- Make the Sauce First: Make the sauce before you cook the chicken. This will give the flavors time to meld together.
- Use a Thickener: Use a thickener, such as cornstarch or flour, to thicken the sauce. This will help it coat the chicken better.
- Serve with Rice: General Tso's chicken is traditionally served with rice. You can use white rice, brown rice, or fried rice.
Conclusion:
General Tso's chicken is a delicious and popular dish that can be easily made at home. By following these tips, you can make General Tso's chicken that is just as good as what you would get at a restaurant. So next time you're in the mood for Chinese food, give this recipe a try!
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