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General Tao stir-fry

We invite you to try this General Tao chicken and vegetable stir-fry recipe, created by our Chef Martin Patenaude, expertly combining simplicity and flavors.
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14/06/2024
Since 2011, our general Tao dish has undoubtedly been the favorite on our menu!

This sauce, crafted with passion in Quebec, is a true source of pride in our restaurants. Many agree it's simply the best Tao sauce, and we couldn't agree more. Its popularity has led us to feature it in various forms on our menu: in stir-fries, Bao burgers, poké bowls, and even poutine!

Imagine a sauce that's lightly sweetened, enhanced with fresh ginger and a touch of mild chili, prepared without any artificial colorings or flavors.

Now available in bottles, it allows you to enjoy the distinctive flavors of Sesame at home, without compromising on quality.

Easy to use, our ready-to-use general Tao sauce promises to add a special touch to your meals, with all the simplicity and satisfaction of homemade cooking.

We invite you to try this General Tao chicken and vegetable stir-fry recipe, created by our Chef Martin Patenaude, expertly combining simplicity and flavors.

Enjoy !




Number of servings: 2
Preparation time: 15 minutes
Cooking time: 10 minutes

INGREDIENTS

Chicken pieces

⭘ 60 ml (1/4 cup) cornstarch
⭘ 5 ml (1 tsp) ground ginger
⭘ 1/2 lb (227g) chicken breast strips
⭘ Salt and freshly ground pepper
Garnish

⭘ 2 green onions, thinly sliced on the bias
⭘ Black and white sesame seeds, to taste
Stir-Fry

⭘ 45 ml (3 tbsp) vegetable oil
⭘ 1/2 small yellow onion, thinly sliced
⭘ 375 ml (1 1/2 cups) broccoli (or Chinese broccoli), cut into florets
⭘ 1/2 red bell pepper, thinly sliced into strips
⭘ 1 garlic clove, peeled and finely chopped
⭘ 15 ml (1 tbsp) fresh ginger, peeled and finely chopped
⭘ 1/2 bottle Sésame general Tao sauce

Preparation steps

  1. In a bowl, mix the cornstarch and ground ginger. Add the chicken and coat well. Remove any excess flour/cornstarch and set aside.
  2. In a large non-stick pan, heat 30 ml (2 tbsp) of oil over medium-high heat. Add the chicken and cook for 2 to 4 minutes, or until golden brown. Keep warm.
  3. In the same pan, heat 15 ml (1 tbsp) of oil over high heat. Add the onions, broccoli, and red bell peppers, and stir-fry for 2 minutes, stirring frequently.
  4. Add the garlic and ginger, and cook for 30 seconds, stirring. Add more oil if needed. Return the chicken to the pan and add the Sésame General Tao sauce. Cook for 1 minute, making sure to coat the chicken and vegetables well with the sauce.
  5. Serve the chicken and vegetable stir-fry with jasmine rice.
  6. Sprinkle the stir-fry with green onions and the rice with sesame seeds.

Note: You can also use boneless chicken thigh strips