General Tso's Chicken

General Tso's Chicken is a Chinese - American recipe invented several years ago. Actually, it was invented in America and has no Mainland China history. It is, nevertheless, incredibly delicious. There are several variations of it, but this is our version. Get the recipe: cooknshare.com...
There are a few tips and alterations to the recipe. First, we use boneless, skinless chicken breasts, as they are so healthy and easy to work with. Any cut of chicken can be used, however. You will just have to adjust the cooking time accordingly.
We use a heavy, dark soy sauce in the recipe because of the malt flavor of it. If you don't have it on hand, you can use regular soy sauce.
Next, the recipe uses Hoisen sauce which can be picked up in any grocery store anywhere in the world. If you don't have it you can simply leave it out.
Rice wine vinegar can be substituted for cooking wine.
The amounts of the rest of the ingredients, such as the garlic and ginger, can be adjusted according to your liking. It never hurts to add a little more of each.
Watch the video, give our General Tso's Chicken a try, and let us know what you think.
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I could never be your cameraman...I would have dropped it, take your plate and ran away.

[@TheCooknShare]

LOL. Well, that's too funny.

[@joelcervantes3013]

I made this yesterday and all I can say is that was INCREDIBLY DELICIOUS better than any restaurant versions! Thank you very much!!!

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Joel. Thanks so much. I'm so glad you enjoyed it, and you're very welcome.

[@god563616]

AWESOME! O WAS WONDERING WHO MADE IT. I WILL MAKE IT THIS WEEKEND!

[@mariocarreon1761]

This is an awesome recipe!! My wife loves Chinese Food and you guys are making it real easy for me to cook her what she really enjoys!! Thanks!!!

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Mario. Thanks so much. It really is a good recipe. Hope you give it a try. I love Asian food too. We have a lot of those dishes on our channel. Stay safe and well.

[@natalynb4382]

I started making one of your recipes each week. So far I've mastered your honey garlic chicken (my favorite), pork and broccoli noodles, and pepper steak. Cant wait to try this one next! Thank you for these videos. You make it easy to learn new recipes.

[@TheCooknShare]

Great job!

[@arlynalmeda9794]

I have a recipe notebook already of cook n share. I gather all the recipe that i like...and one of my recipe notebook is with my daughter who went to australia to study...she is cooking there. Food in Australia is very expensive...your recipes are great and simple. Thanks a lot. Greetings from Singapore...

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Arlyn. That's fantastic. Thanks so much. We have thought about doing a cook book. Perhaps we should.

[@sdog5102]

omg one of my favorites. no lie I ate general tso chicken everyday for weeks when I first tasted it lol you are my favorite cook on KZbin glad I found your channel .

[@TheCooknShare]

Hey Sheri. Really? I love it too. Thanks so much, Sheri.

[@naz-nazneen886]

I really look fwd to your recipes. I appreciate how you take your time, you show us the measurements and give us substitute options. Look fwd to the next one!

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Nazneen. Thanks ever so much. So glad you are enjoying the recipes. We have more coming.

[@anishajihas8471]

your chicken recipes are awesome i want to cook it tomorrow but don't know which one to cook thank you so much

[@TheCooknShare]

You are so welcome. Do anyone you like.

[@lynnefleming8614]

I love hoisin sauce. I find that any time I use cornstarch, it makes the food that I'm frying crispier.

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. Yes, that is true on both counts. Hope you try it.

[@Latindyva]

Great recipe. Looks delicious. Thank you again for another great recipe

[@TheCooknShare]

My pleasure 😊. Hope you try it and enjoy.

[@andrenamcelroywilson2930]

Hi Dave, I'm from Glasgow in Scotland, just found your cha nnel, your recipes are an inspiration, keep up the good work

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. I was in Glasgow years ago. Great city. Thanks so much for the wonderful comment. Will keep the recipes coming. By the way, Scotland had wonderful rolling hills, except when the fog rolls in. Take care.

[@jewelsmohammed8456]

As usual an amazing recipe , thanks 💚

[@TheCooknShare]

My pleasure 😊 Hope you try it.

[@sabree73]

This made me really hungry!! It looks delicious! Could I use a normal pan if I don't have a Wok pan?

[@PixelPaperDesigns]

sabree73 absolutely

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Sabree. Sure you can. It works really well too. Thanks and hope this helps.

[@dawnreine9526]

I was having a headache and thinking what should I cook tonight. And than i saw your video! :) I'm gonna try this now. Thank you Dave! :) ♡

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Dawn. You are so welcome. Hope you enjoy it.

[@therealestsista]

Just did this receipe again! LOOKING GOOOD!!!

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. Great. Hope you enjoy.

[@byronchandler5000]

Hi, Dave. That General Tso's Chicken look simply delish. What's the best oil for frying fries? Have a good day, Dave.

[@TheCooknShare]

Hey Byron. Thanks so much. I use a lot of vegetable oil, but peanut oil and canola are nice too. You have a great day too, Byron..

[@peggysparkman568]

your re recipes are SOOO good thank you!!!

[@TheCooknShare]

Hey Peggy. Thanks so much. Hope you try it.

[@cej.2615]

I could smell the chicken when you fry it. I am hungry helllllp.

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi C Jo. LOL. It's really good. Hope you try it.

[@cej.2615]

I did Sir, Today, the results are amazing. Thanks for sharing. My problem is, I lost my diet but I am not hungry anymore that's the good part. Thanks again.

[@lanlai5063]

Hi Dave . You know , I love to eat this food . I can believe you can cook Chinese food too ? Thank Dave , I will cook this food next week ....

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. Great. Let us know how you like it. Hope all is well.

[@76jmm]

yum! Love chicken and rice dishes, that dish looks so good, thanks!

[@TheCooknShare]

Hey 76jmm. Thanks so much. Hope you give it a try.

[@lindabodder3377]

I am making tonight Dave. Waiting for the rice to done. The chicken by itself tastes good.

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Linda. Great. Please let us know how you like it. It's really yummy.

[@PREPFORIT]

Shiny glistening goodness.

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi there. It is indeed. Thanks so much. Hope all is well.

[@ellajo1074]

this looks SO good

[@TheCooknShare]

Hey Ella. Thanks so much.

[@ayehsalinas3632]

hi Dave! may i ask how much chicken did you use in grams/pounds? im not much into cooking and not good at estimates but i want to give this a try. also, my nearby local meatshop does sell chicken breast fillets so i just have to say how much (weight) i need. might as well try this recipe during the weekend. thank you.

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Ayeh. Not a problem. I would say it's about a pound of chicken. Hope this helps and let us know how you like it.

[@ayehsalinas3632]

TheCooknShare thank you so much Dave! i will give this a try tomorrow. have a great day!

[@chophappy]

Does it matter if it's a room temperature or cold egg? Great simple recipe!

[@hutchisonsworld549]

I'm looking forward to making this Dave , it looks really tasty xx

[@TheCooknShare]

Hey there! Great. I think you'll like it. Let us know and have a super day.

[@AnaB-01-98]

Yummm..cooked this for supper tonite! You rock!

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Anamika. Great. That's what we like to hear. So glad you enjoyed it.

[@Mojoman57]

You had me at "slip the chicken in".

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Mojoman57. LOL. Great.

[@tahirashaban1]

It's David or Dave?so funny to ask u such question,God bless u my prayers r wt u.

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. Either one is fine. It's usually Dave. Thanks for asking.

[@tahirashaban1]

Dave thank u so much,u r great.

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. You are so welcome. Thanks so much.

[@debbiemcclure2874]

Yah hooooooo, thnx Dave 😊. I'm hopefully going to try this soon 👍💯👍💯👍💯💜

[@TheCooknShare]

Hey Debbie. You're so welcome. If you try it, let us know. Have a great day, Debbie.

[@emildarodriguez6670]

Hello Chef....can i use apple cider vinegar instead of rice wine vinegar??

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Emilda. I think that would be just fine, just us a little less. Hope you enjoy it.

[@carolelerman9686]

You my friend are a stir fry Gangster! 😎

[@BurmeseDishes]

Looks delicious. This video made me hungry. :D

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Burmese. That's a good thing I guess.

[@darlenepardillo7220]

gonna try this recipe now 😊 for our lunch 😊 #fromDavaoPhilippines #

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Darlene. Great. Let us know how you like it. Philippines. Great country. Was there for two years.

[@darlenepardillo7220]

Ohhh yes....we tried it...then it comes out sooo good 😊 one thing was I don't have Hoisin sauce in my kitchen sooo I replaced Oyster sauce instead. I used rice wine instead of rice wine vinegar in making sauce too 😁..but it's still delicious...no left overs 😁😂

[@darlenepardillo7220]

Ohhh it was good to hear that you've been here 2 years ago....😆 I appreciate your cooking methods though...very realistic...simple steps and easy to follow. I love cooking...so I'm looking different recipes everytime I cook. 😂

[@donnasmith5697]

Looks so yummy!!!

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Donna. Thanks so much. Hope you try them.

[@FsSohail786]

looking delicious⚘

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Jr Sk. Thanks so much. Hope all is well with you.

[@ThomasDBruso]

Very tasty recipe!

[@TheCooknShare]

Thanks so much.

[@lyncrawford3349]

Half past ten at night in bed, watching your video. Absolutely beautiful making my mouth water. Maybe try this at the weekend. Thank you for sharing. Best wishes from Northern Ireland. :-) :-) :-)

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Lyn. Thanks so much. Oh oh, will you have to get up for a snack:) Great. Let us know how you like it. How's the weather there?

[@lyncrawford3349]

Plenty of sunshine temperatures in the 25's great when you live here. Always love the heat. Thanks for the great work you do. :-) :-) :-)

[@Tracks777]

Good! Keep it up!

[@TheCooknShare]

Thanks so much. Will do.

[@justblase5270]

I love this video

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. Thanks so much. 😃👍

[@juliaramos6178]

mmm.it looks delicious

[@synthiachiwaka2115]

yummmmmy u know I wish I can just pay u a visit just to enjoy some of ur cooking Dave

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. Synthia. Sure drop on by.

[@synthiachiwaka2115]

thanx hey .I leave way far from u i'm in africa.Well I will prepare e dish one of the days .Stay blessed always.

[@sumerarizwan97]

Please share the recipe of chicken stock

[@marviemarquez9708]

sir my diet won't bother me so yummy and tasty love it

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Marvie. Great. Yes, it is really good.

[@milagrosmanangan3127]

Yummers!👍

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Milagros. Thanks so much. Hope you try it.

[@PixelPaperDesigns]

omg this luks so delish. i gota make this.😋

[@TheCooknShare]

Hey there Plush Furr. Thanks so much. Let us know when you try it.

[@PixelPaperDesigns]

TheCooknShare I sure will

[@samreensaif]

looks delicious...tso stands for????

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Samreen. The name originated from a military leader in China. Hope this helps.

[@peggysparkman568]

do you have a recipe for sweet and sour chicken?

[@TheCooknShare]

Yes, we do Peggy. You can just go ahead and search the channel.

[@anishajihas8471]

OMG awesome can you do some spicy chicken pasta recipe

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. Will put that on the list for sure.

[@mariamdavis218]

This turned out great... But my sauce wasn't as red as yours and neither did my chicken have very thick crispy layer... But hey all in all... Was goooooood

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Mariam. Great. So glad it turned out well. I wonder what happened to the sauce. At least you enjoyed it.

[@therealestsista]

This receipe is Sooo Delicious!! We ate like Pigs TEHEHE!

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. Thanks so much. So glad you enjoyed it.

[@therealestsista]

Oh YEA! I BOUGHT a WOK!!😎

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. Fantastic. Great idea. Hope you enjoy.

[@itskai7302]

wow!my mom will really cool this😍

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Relaiza. Great. Let us know how she likes it.

[@emildarodriguez6670]

Hi mr. Dave is this reali spicy or not too much?

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Emilda. It's not too spicy. Hope this helps.

[@marviemarquez9708]

wish u had also resipi a fish fillet it's healthy too

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Marvie. We do have a few fish recipes on our channel.

[@therealestsista]

Okay! Biut to Tackle this dish even with the Huisai? Oops yea!! Gonna double the ingredients? Seems like i have more chicken yikes! I'LL let you KNOW how it Tasts!!! The for the Recipe! 😎

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. Yes, please let us know how you like it.

[@hawakarshe7904]

Thumbs up

[@TheCooknShare]

Thanks so much.

[@bernadettecadaing8802]

Try add cashew nuts or peanuts 😊

[@tahirashaban1]

I addressed u Dave,m I right?

[@bridgetumphryes3368]

yummy

[@TheCooknShare]

Hey Bridget. Thanks so much, and hope all is well with you.

[@bridgetumphryes3368]

you are welcome yes things are good, hope the same with you

[@TheCooknShare]

All is good here too, Bridget.

[@bridgetumphryes3368]

wonderful

[@shakiraariana2739]

the only thing that I have a great day . oh well. you brown sugar and I will be able to get a chance😱 sauce thickens

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. Yes, I think it will. Have a great day.

[@familyvineschallengesvlogs8559]

UYou used Chili Right? Can I not Put Chili in it?

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. I'm not too sure what you mean.

[@pacluv]

TheCooknShare I think he means can he make it without using the dried chili 🌶 pepper in it.

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[@pairahjatim2932]

like your vidio

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Atik. Thanks so much.

[@pairahjatim2932]

have an other recipe please steam fish

[@MyComputerSucks2]

I've made at least 3 different General Tso recipes that I've watched on KZbin; all of them just tasted like teriyaki chicken. this recipe looks like more of the same. maybe my isolated pocket of America just makes General Tso's chicken different?

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi. This did not taste at all like teriyaki to me. Hope you try it.

[@mariamsoultan6658]

Ur so cute.funny

[@carolinaherrera2757]

yum yum! Hi!! you have Instagram?

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Carolina. Yes, we do it's thecooknshare. Hope this helps.

[@annt.7785]

It's pronounced "Chow".

[@TheCooknShare]

It's generally pronounced "so." I have heard it pronounced "Chow," but if you Google it, the most common is "so."

[@annt.7785]

This is what asian people have told me when I go into order it. They get mad and say it's pronounced chow.

[@TheCooknShare]

Hi Ann. That's interesting. Most of the Chinese pronounce it "So." Having said that, I've been in other parts of Asia, such as Korea, the Philippines, etc. and they want to pronounce it Chow. Not arguing with you, Ann. LOL. I just spent a lot of time researching so I wouldn't say it wrong. Perhaps that's what some folks call it General's Chicken. It really doesn't matter, It's just yummy! Thanks for the comment though.