General Tso Chicken Recipe

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General Tso Chicken
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Directions:

  1. In a large bowl, thoroughly blend the 1/2 cup of cornstarch and the eggs; add the chicken and toss to coat. If the mixture bonds too well, add some vegetable oil to separate the pieces.
  2. In a small bowl, prepare the sauce mixture by combining the 2 tsp cornstarch with the wine, vinegar, sugar and soy sauce.
  3. First-Stage Frying: Heat 1-2 inches of peanut oil in a wok to medium-high heat (350-400o). Fry the chicken in small batches, just long enough to cook the chicken through. Remove the chicken to absorbent paper and allow to stand (this step can be performed well in advance, along with the sauce mixture, with both refrigerated).
  4. Second-Stage Frying: Leave a tablespoon or two of the oil in the wok. Add the pepper pods to the oil and stir-fry briefly, awakening the aroma but not burning them. Return the chicken to the wok and stir-fry until the pieces are crispy brown.
  5. The General's Favorite Sauce: Add the sauce-mixture to the wok, tossing over the heat until the sauce caramelizes into a glaze (1-2 minutes). Serve immediately. Serves 4, along with steamed broccoli and rice.
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Nutrition Facts

Per ServingPer 100 g
Amount Per 1 Serving
Calories 648.08 Kcal (2713 kJ)
Calories from fat 478.17 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 53.13g 82%
Cholesterol 241.67mg 81%
Sodium 860.55mg 36%
Potassium 211.38mg 4%
Total Carbs 23.26g 8%
Sugars 6.15g 25%
Dietary Fiber 0.3g 1%
Protein 17.17g 34%
Iron 0.9mg 5%
Calcium 28.4mg 3%
Amount Per 100 g
Calories 332.86 Kcal (1394 kJ)
Calories from fat 245.59 Kcal
% Daily Value*
Total Fat 27.29g 82%
Cholesterol 124.13mg 81%
Sodium 441.99mg 36%
Potassium 108.57mg 4%
Total Carbs 11.95g 8%
Sugars 3.16g 25%
Dietary Fiber 0.15g 1%
Protein 8.82g 34%
Iron 0.5mg 5%
Calcium 14.6mg 3%

* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2000 calorie diet. Your daily values may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
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Tastes

  • salty
  • savory
  • bitter
  • sweet
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Weightwatchers Points

  • 17.3
    Points
  • 18
    PointsPlus

Good Points

  • saturated fat free

Bad Points

  • High in Sodium

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