General Tso's Chicken with a New Mexican Twist

Ingredients

While the original General Tso's Chicken is known for its sweet and tangy flavors, our New Mexican adaptation adds a spicy twist by incorporating green chiles. The heat from the chiles complements the savory and slightly sweet sauce, creating a mouthwatering fusion of Chinese and New Mexican flavors. We alse have the original recipe for General Tso's Chicken, so you can check it out.

• 500g (1.1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces 500g (1.1 lb) boneless, skinless chicken breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
• 1/2 cup (120ml) soy sauce 1/2 cup (120ml) soy sauce
• 1/4 cup (60ml) rice vinegar 1/4 cup (60ml) rice vinegar
• 1/4 cup (60ml) honey 1/4 cup (60ml) honey
• 2 tablespoons cornstarch 2 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 tablespoons vegetable oil 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
• 4 cloves garlic, minced 4 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger 2 tablespoons grated fresh ginger
• 4-6 New Mexican green chiles, roasted, peeled, and diced 4-6 New Mexican green chiles, roasted, peeled, and diced
• 1/4 cup (60ml) chicken broth 1/4 cup (60ml) chicken broth
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 1/4 cup (60ml) water 1/4 cup (60ml) water
• 1/4 cup (60ml) green onions, chopped 1/4 cup (60ml) green onions, chopped
• Sesame seeds, for garnish Sesame seeds, for garnish

Nutrition

• Calories: 350 kcal / 1465 KJ
• Fat: 12g (Saturated Fat: 2g)
• Carbohydrates: 25g (Sugar: 15g)
• Protein: 35g
• Fiber: 2g
• Salt: 2g

Preparation

1. 1.
   In a bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, and cornstarch until well combined. Set aside.
2. 2.
   Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat. Add minced garlic and grated ginger, and sauté for 1-2 minutes until fragrant.
3. 3.
   Add the diced green chiles to the skillet and cook for another 2-3 minutes.
4. 4.
   Add the chicken pieces to the skillet and cook until browned and cooked through, about 5-7 minutes.
5. 5.
   In a separate bowl, whisk together chicken broth, brown sugar, sesame oil, and water. Pour the mixture into the skillet with the chicken.
6. 6.
   Pour the soy sauce mixture over the chicken and stir well to coat. Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
7. 7.
   Remove from heat and garnish with chopped green onions and sesame seeds.

Treat your ingredients with care...

• Green chiles — Make sure to roast and peel the green chiles before dicing them. This will enhance their flavor and remove any tough skin.

Tips & Tricks

• For an extra kick of heat, add some diced jalapenos along with the green chiles.
• Serve the Spicy Green Chile General Tso's Chicken with steamed rice or warm tortillas for a complete meal.
• If you prefer a milder version, reduce the amount of green chiles or remove the seeds before dicing.

Serving advice

Serve the Spicy Green Chile General Tso's Chicken hot, garnished with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Pair it with steamed rice or warm tortillas for a satisfying meal.

Presentation advice

Arrange the Spicy Green Chile General Tso's Chicken on a platter, garnish with a sprinkle of sesame seeds and a few whole green chiles for an eye-catching presentation.