Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
2 lb

chicken meat

cut into bite-size chunks

0.5 cup

rice vinegar

1 tbsp

dark soy sauce

4 tbsp

cornstarch

0.5 cup

green onion

chopped

2 unit

garlic

minced

2 tbsp

crushed red pepper

0.5 cup

soy sauce

0.88 cup

sugar

2 tbsp

sesame oil

1 unit

egg

0.25 cup

water

0.13 piece

ginger

thinly sliced

2 cup

oil

Step 1
~3 min

Cut chicken into bite-size chunks.

Step 2
~3 min

Mix egg and 2 tablespoons cornstarch in a bowl.

Step 3
~3 min

Add chicken to the egg mixture and stir until well coated.

Step 4
~3 min

Heat oil in a deep fryer or large pan to 350°F (175°C).

Step 5
~3 min

Fry chicken in hot oil until golden brown and crispy.

Step 6
~3 min

Drain the fried chicken on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 7
~3 min

In a small bowl, mix 2 tablespoons cornstarch with cool water and set aside.

Step 8
~3 min

In a separate bowl, combine soy sauce, rice vinegar, sugar, dark soy sauce, and sesame oil.

Step 9
~3 min

Heat 1 tablespoon of oil in a large wok or frying pan over medium-high heat.

Step 10
~3 min

Add crushed red pepper, chopped green onions, minced garlic, and grated ginger to the hot pan.

Step 11
~3 min

Quickly stir-fry the aromatics until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

Step 12
~3 min

Pour in the soy sauce mixture and bring to a boil.

Step 13
~3 min

Add the cornstarch mixture gradually, stirring continuously, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.

Step 14
~3 min

Add the fried chicken pieces to the sauce and stir to coat evenly.

Step 15
~3 min

Serve immediately with steamed rice.

Step 16
~3 min

Adjust the amounts of ingredients to customize the flavor to your preference.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispy chicken, double fry it.

Adjust the amount of crushed red pepper to control the spiciness.

Serve immediately for the best texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

20 minutes

Batch Cooking
Not Ideal
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead of time. Chicken best fried fresh.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Strong
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice or brown rice.

Serve with stir-fried vegetables like broccoli or bok choy.

Add a side of egg rolls or spring rolls.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Egg Rolls
Spring Rolls
Broccoli Stir Fry

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States (adapted from Hunan cuisine)

Cultural Significance

A popular and iconic dish in American Chinese restaurants.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Weeknight Dinner
Family Dinner
Casual Meal

Popularity Score

70/100

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