General Gid's Chicken
Dive into the delightful world of General Gid's Chicken, where the bold flavors of Filipino adobo meet the sweet-and-savory twist of your favorite takeout! This mouthwatering dish features tender chicken marinated in a zesty blend of soy sauce and vinegar, then stir-fried to perfection with vibrant bell peppers and a hint of garlic. Get ready for a culinary adventure that’ll have your taste buds dancing with every bite!
Prep
15
min
Cook
30
min
Serves
4
people
Level
intermediate
Nutrition (per serving)
Calories
450
Protein
28g
Carbs
42g
Fat
15g
📝 Ingredients
Shopping List
- •1.5 lbs chicken thighs
- •1 egg white
- •6 cloves garlic
- •½ medium onion
Pantry Items
Amounts also listed in instructions below
- •Bay leaves
- •Black pepper
- •Cornstarch
- •Dark soy sauce
- •½ cup flour
- •Garlic powder
- •Kosher salt
- •Salt
- •Soy sauce
- •Sugar
- •Water
- •150 ml white vinegar
👨🍳 Instructions
- 1
Prepare Ingredients: Dice the onions and roughly chop the garlic. Cut the chicken into bite-sized pieces.
- 2
Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix chicken with egg white, cornstarch, water, and salt. Let it marinate while preparing other ingredients.
- 3
Bread & Fry: Coat marinated chicken in the breading mixture. Fry at 350°F for 5 minutes until golden and crispy. Drain excess oil.
- 4
Make the Sauce: In a pan over medium-high heat, sauté onions for 2 minutes. Add garlic and cook for 1 more minute. Pour in water and vinegar, cooking for 2 minutes. Stir in soy sauces, bay leaves, black pepper, sugar, and salt. Bring to a boil. Add the cornstarch slurry, stirring until the sauce thickens.
- 5
Combine & Serve: Toss fried chicken into the sauce, coating evenly. Serve immediately with white rice.
💡 Pro Tips
- ✓Cut chicken into smaller pieces for quicker cooking and more even frying.
- ✓Use a meat thermometer to ensure chicken is cooked through, aiming for 165°F.
- ✓If you don't have cornstarch, you can substitute with potato starch for a similar crispy texture.
- ✓Prepare the sauce while the chicken is frying to save time and keep everything hot.