Ground General Tso's Chicken
A quick and flavorful recipe for Ground General Tso's Chicken, featuring ground chicken, water chestnuts, and a savory sauce that balances sweetness and saltiness.
Ingredients
Main Ingredients
- 1 pound ground chicken
- 8 ounces canned water chestnuts, diced adds crunch and flavor
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil for cooking
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger adds warmth and depth
- 0.5 teaspoon crushed red pepper flakes for heat
- 2 cloves garlic, minced for aromatic flavor
- 3 tablespoons rice vinegar for tanginess
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce for saltiness
- 2 teaspoons hoisin sauce for sweetness and depth
- 1/4 cup water to help the sauce
- 3 tablespoons sugar to balance flavors
- 1 tablespoon cornstarch for thickening
Instructions
Cooking
- Heat a large pan over medium heat and add the vegetable oil.
- Add the ground chicken and diced water chestnuts to the pan, cooking undisturbed to let a crust form.
- Break apart the chicken slightly and continue cooking for a few more minutes until fully cooked.
- Add minced ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes to the pan and sauté for about 10 seconds until fragrant.
- In a small bowl, combine rice vinegar, soy sauce, hoisin sauce, water, sugar, and cornstarch. Whisk until dissolved.
- Pour the sauce over the cooked chicken mixture and stir to combine. Bring to a boil until the sauce thickens.
Notes
Serve over steamed or jasmine rice. Adjust crushed red pepper flakes for desired heat. Store leftovers in the fridge for up to 3-4 days.