Why Make This Recipe
Ground General Tso’s Chicken is a delicious and quick meal that brings the flavors of Chinese cuisine right to your kitchen. It’s simple to make, uses easy-to-find ingredients, and is perfect for busy weeknights. With its savory and slightly sweet sauce, this dish is sure to please everyone at the table. Plus, using ground chicken makes it quicker to cook, allowing you to enjoy a flavorful dinner in no time.
How to Make Ground General Tso’s Chicken
Ingredients:
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 green onions, chopped
- Cooked rice, for serving
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Directions:
- In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add the ground chicken to the pan, breaking it up with a spatula and cooking until browned.
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken.
- Stir to combine and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Serve over cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
How to Serve Ground General Tso’s Chicken
Serve Ground General Tso’s Chicken over a bed of fluffy cooked rice. You can add a sprinkle of chopped green onions and sesame seeds on top for extra flavor and presentation. This dish pairs well with a side of steamed vegetables or a simple salad to complete your meal.
How to Store Ground General Tso’s Chicken
To store any leftovers of Ground General Tso’s Chicken, let it cool completely and transfer it to an airtight container. It can be stored in the refrigerator for up to 3 days. If you want to keep it longer, you can freeze it for up to 2 months. To reheat, simply warm it on the stove or in the microwave until hot.
Tips to Make Ground General Tso’s Chicken
- Adjust the sauce ingredients to your taste. If you like it sweeter, add a little more hoisin sauce.
- For an extra spicy kick, add red pepper flakes or sriracha to the sauce.
- Make sure to cook the ground chicken thoroughly until there is no pink left.
Variation
You can easily customize Ground General Tso’s Chicken by adding vegetables like bell peppers or broccoli. Cook them with the garlic and ginger for added flavor and nutrition.
FAQs
1. Can I use chicken thighs instead of ground chicken?
Yes, you can use diced chicken thighs instead of ground chicken. Just make sure to cook them thoroughly.
2. Is this recipe gluten-free?
To make this recipe gluten-free, use gluten-free soy sauce and ensure all other ingredients are gluten-free.
3. Can I use other types of meat?
Absolutely! Ground turkey or pork can be substituted for the ground chicken, and the dish will be just as tasty.
Ground General Tso’s Chicken
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken Use ground chicken for quicker cooking.
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil For sautéing.
- 2 cloves garlic, minced Adds flavor.
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced Adds flavor.
- 1/4 cup soy sauce Use gluten-free if necessary.
- 1/4 cup hoisin sauce Adjust for sweetness.
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 stalks green onions, chopped For garnish.
- Cooked rice for serving Use for serving the dish.
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Preparation
- In a large pan, heat the vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and ginger, sautéing until fragrant.
- Add the ground chicken to the pan, breaking it up with a spatula and cooking until browned.
- In a bowl, mix together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, and sesame oil. Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken.
- Stir to combine and cook for an additional 3-4 minutes until heated through.
- Serve over cooked rice and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.
