General Tso's Chicken - Hungarian Style

Ingredients

This Hungarian version of General Tso's Chicken uses paprika instead of chili peppers for a milder heat. Sour cream is also added to the sauce for a creamy texture and tangy flavor. We alse have the original recipe for General Tso's Chicken, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces 500g (1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 cup (60g) cornstarch 1/2 cup (60g) cornstarch
• 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil 1/4 cup (60ml) vegetable oil
• 1 onion, chopped 1 onion, chopped
• 2 garlic cloves, minced 2 garlic cloves, minced
• 1 red bell pepper, chopped 1 red bell pepper, chopped
• 1 green bell pepper, chopped 1 green bell pepper, chopped
• 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth 1/2 cup (120ml) chicken broth
• 1/4 cup (60ml) rice vinegar 1/4 cup (60ml) rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce 1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
• 2 tbsp (30g) paprika 2 tbsp (30g) paprika
• 2 tbsp (30g) brown sugar 2 tbsp (30g) brown sugar
• 2 tbsp (30g) tomato paste 2 tbsp (30g) tomato paste
• 1/4 cup (60g) sour cream 1/4 cup (60g) sour cream
• Salt and pepper, to taste Salt and pepper, to taste

Nutrition

• Calories: 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat: 18g (4g saturated)
• Carbohydrates: 20g (8g sugars)
• Protein: 27g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 1.5g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a large bowl, toss the chicken with cornstarch until coated.
2. 2.
   Heat the vegetable oil in a wok or large skillet over high heat. Add the chicken and cook until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes. Remove from the pan and set aside.
3. 3.
   In the same pan, add the onion, garlic, and bell peppers. Cook until softened, about 3-5 minutes.
4. 4.
   In a small bowl, whisk together the chicken broth, rice vinegar, soy sauce, paprika, brown sugar, and tomato paste. Pour the sauce into the pan and bring to a simmer.
5. 5.
   Add the chicken back into the pan and stir to coat with the sauce. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes.
6. 6.
   Remove from heat and stir in the sour cream. Season with salt and pepper to taste.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Paprika — Use Hungarian sweet paprika for the best flavor.
• Sour cream — If you prefer a dairy-free option, you can substitute coconut cream or cashew cream.

Tips & Tricks

• For extra crispiness, you can double-coat the chicken in cornstarch before frying.
• If you like a spicier dish, you can add a pinch of cayenne pepper or red pepper flakes to the sauce.
• Serve with steamed rice or noodles to soak up the delicious sauce.

Serving advice

Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds for a pop of color and texture.

Presentation advice

Serve in a large bowl or platter with the sauce drizzled over the top.