Clear Your Sinuses: General Tso's Chicken

"I found this recipe on foodnetwork.com (its Emeril's) but then tweaked for my tastes (I added more heat) and cooking preferences. I made it for my husband and brother, who have raved. It was so good and hot -- it made all of our noses run. You can play with the amount of ginger and garlic and adjust the amount of chicken stock you use for your tastes. I don't ever use the exact amount of garlic and ginger -- I am more of an eye ball it kinda girl. This recipe is packed with flavor; so if you want to soften it up you can easily tone it down."
 
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Ready In:
1hr 10mins
Ingredients:
15
Serves:
3-4
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ingredients

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directions

  • In a bowl, whisk together the egg white, 2 tablespoons of the cornstarch, 2 tablespoons of the wine, and 1 tablespoon of soy sauce.
  • Add the chicken and toss to coat.
  • Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for up to 2 hours.
  • To make the sauce, in another bowl, whisk remaining 1 tablespoon cornstarch with 1 tablespoon of the chicken stock until smooth.
  • Add the remaining 3 tablespoons chicken stock, 1 tablespoon wine, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, and sugar and whisk to combine.
  • Set aside until ready to finish the dish.
  • Cook the chicken in 1 Tbs olive oil until chicken cooked through and lightly brown.
  • Heat 1 tablespoon of oil over medium-high heat. Add the chile peppers and stir-fry until nearly black.
  • Add the garlic, ginger, red pepper flakes and 1/2 cup green onions. Stir-fry until fragrant, about 15 seconds.
  • Add the chicken stock sauce, bring to a boil, and cook, stirring, until the sauce thickens, about 1 minute. Remove from the heat.
  • Arrange the chicken on a platter and pour the sauce over it. Garnish with the cashews and additional green onions. Serve with hot rice.

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