Once you make this General Tso sauce at home you will stop ordering it from your local takeout spot and start keeping these ingredients stocked in your pantry instead.
WHY YOU'LL LOVE THIS RECIPE
This recipe uses exactly the right amount to coat the chicken beautifully without going gloopy.
INGREDIENTS
For this recipe you'll need: Oil, Garlic, Ginger, Red chilies, Water, Soy sauce, Vinegar, Hoisin sauce, Brown sugar, Chili garlic paste, Sesame oil, Cornstarch
In a small bowl whisk together the sauce ingredients until completely smooth and the sugar has fully dissolved.
STEP 1: MIX THE SAUCE
Heat the oil in a saucepan. Add the crushed garlic, minced ginger, and red chilies. Cook for about 30 seconds, stirring constantly, until the mixture is fragrant.
STEP 2: BLOOM THE AROMATICS
Pour the sauce mixture into the pan and stir continuously as it heats. The sauce will start to thicken and turn glossy after 1 to 2 minutes.
STEP 3: ADD THE SAUCE AND THICKEN
Add the cooked chicken directly to the sauce and toss until every piece is evenly and generously coated. Serve immediately while the sauce is still hot and glossy.
STEP 4: TOSS WITH CHICKEN
STORAGE TIPS
Store leftover sauce separately in an airtight jar in the refrigerator for up to 1 week. The sauce freezes well for up to 2 months in a freezer safe container.
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