United States Dish

General Tso's Chicken

Also known as: General Tso chicken, General Tsao's chicken, General Tso's

What is General Tso's Chicken?

Deep-fried chicken pieces in a sweet, tangy, spicy sauce. A Chinese-American classic with no true equivalent in Chinese cuisine.

Typical Ingredients

•chicken
•cornstarch
•soy sauce
•sugar
•rice vinegar
•ginger
•garlic
•dried chili peppers
•sesame oil

Allergen Information

Always confirm with restaurant staff before ordering.

Soy
Often Present
Eggs
Sometimes Present
Gluten
Sometimes Present
Sesame
Often Present
Peanuts
Sometimes Present
Sulphites
Sometimes Present

Soy sauce is primary (soy, may have wheat). Sesame oil is common. Some batters use egg. Peanuts may be a garnish.

Safer Variations

Allergen-friendly alternatives to ask for.

Request no sesame and no peanut garnish

Questions to Ask Staff

Important questions to confirm with restaurant staff.

Does the sauce contain soy and wheat?
Is sesame oil used?
Are peanuts in this dish?

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