Description
Discover the secrets to perfect gluten-free General Tso’s Chicken. Our pro chef technique delivers crispy, sweet, & spicy flavor easily.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 ½ lbs boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into 1-inch pieces
- 2 large eggs, beaten
- ¾ cup cornstarch
- ½ tsp black pepper
- ¼ tsp salt
- Avocado oil or other neutral oil, for frying
- ⅓ cup gluten-free tamari
- ¼ cup rice vinegar
- 3 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp sriracha
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 2 tbsp cold water
- 2 green onions, sliced
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Cooked white or brown rice, for serving
Instructions
- In a large bowl, toss the cubed chicken with the beaten egg until each piece is well-coated. In a separate bowl, combine the cornstarch, black pepper, and salt. Dredge the egg-coated chicken pieces in the cornstarch mixture, shaking off any excess.
- Heat a generous layer of oil (about ¼ inch) in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Once the oil is shimmering, add the chicken in a single layer, working in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for 3-4 minutes per side, until golden brown and cooked through. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
- Carefully discard all but one tablespoon of the oil from the skillet. Reduce the heat to medium. Add the minced garlic and grated ginger, sautéing for just 30 seconds until fragrant.
- In a medium bowl, whisk together the tamari, rice vinegar, hoisin sauce, honey, and sriracha. Pour this sauce mixture into the skillet and bring it to a simmer.
- Give your cornstarch slurry a quick re-stir and then slowly drizzle it into the simmering sauce, whisking constantly. Continue to cook for 1-2 minutes until the sauce has thickened.
- Add the crispy chicken back to the skillet and toss gently to coat every piece in the sauce. Remove from heat.
- Serve immediately over fluffy rice, garnished with sliced green onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds.
Notes
A healthier, homemade version of the classic takeout dish. This Gluten-Free General Tso’s Chicken features crispy, golden-brown chicken coated in a sweet, spicy, and tangy sauce, ready in about 30 minutes.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Cuisine: Chinese
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 servings
- Calories: 485 kcal
- Sugar: 15 g
- Fat: 19 g
- Carbohydrates: 38 g
- Fiber: 1 g
- Protein: 38 g