Keto Tso’s Chicken

Keto Tso’s Chicken is a delicious dish. It provides the same restaurant-style taste and has a sweet and spicy taste. We combine the garlic, coconut aminos, keto sweetener, and ginger to make a sauce. These ingredients are simply present in the pantry. This dish is prepared very simply. We just have to sear the chicken, make the sauce, and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions to serve the dish. This dish takes less than forty minutes to prepare, so we can easily make it when we are busy. Serve Keto Tso’s Chicken over cauliflower rice, steamed veggies, or in lettuce wraps for a filling and light meal. This dish contains only 4 g net carbs in a single portion.

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STATS:

• Caloric content: 290 kcal
• Prep duration: Fifteen minutes
• Portion size: One cup of chicken & sauce
• Cook time: 20 minutes
• Cuisine: Chinese-American
• Total time: 35 minutes
• Course: Main Dish
• Diet: Keto
• Serving: 4 servings

EQUIPMENT:

• Cutting board
• Dish
• Large wok
• Knife
• Whisk

INGREDIENTS:

• 1 ½ lbs. chicken thigh
• 2 tbsp. avocado oil
• 3 cloves of garlic
• 1 tbsp. fresh ginger
• Quarter cup coconut aminos
• Two tbsp. rice vinegar
• Two tbsp. sugar-free sweetener
• 1 tbsp. tomato paste
• ½ tsp. red pepper flakes
• ½ cup chicken broth
• 1 tsp. xanthan gum
• 2 green onions
• Sesame seeds

INGREDIENT NOTES:

CHICKEN THIGHS:

• They are juicier & have a tender texture. They are ideal for sauce-containing recipes, as it soaks it well. We have to use the thin cuts; they retain flavor better.

AVOCADO OIL:

• This oil has high heat stability, so good for stir-frying at high flame. It has a neutral taste, so it doesn’t overpower the dish.

GARLIC:

• Garlic adds the aroma and deep taste to the dish. It is best to use the fresh ones for a powerful taste, as the pre-minced garlic doesn’t provide the same taste.

GINGER:

• The ginger enriches the sauce & balances the garlic. Fresh ginger provides a strong taste.

COCONUT AMINOS:

• Coconut aminos provide the salty umami taste in the sauce. It provides the same results. You can also use the tamari instead for making a keto dish.

RICE VINEGAR:

• Rice vinegar adds a tangy taste, and it also balances the sweet and spicy taste. Its acidity will enrich the overall flavors. Apple cider vinegar is also a good choice instead of this if required.

KETO SWEETENER:

• Utilize Erythritol or monk fruit, as they are keto sweeteners. They add the sweet taste without the carbs.

CHICKEN BROTH:

• Chicken broth is used to make the base of the sauce. We have to use the low-sodium salt so the sauce doesn’t get salty.

XANTHAN GUM:

• It is used to make the thick consistency of the sauce instead of cornstarch. We have to use a small amount to provide the glossy texture. Add it with care; otherwise, the sauce will become jelly-like.

GARNISH:

• Use the sesame seeds & green onions to garnish in the last. A green onion provides the color and fresh taste. The sesame seeds provide a nutty flavor and an Asian taste. We have to toast these seeds to enhance their taste.

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INSTRUCTIONS:

1. Heat the oil in a wok on a moderate flame.
2. Then we can add pieces of chicken to the wok.
3. Sear the chicken pieces for seven to eight minutes so they get brown and cook properly, and put them in a dish.
4. Include the garlic & ginger in the wok and sauté for about a minute to get aromatic.
5. Then include rice vinegar, chicken broth, tomato paste, coconut aminos, sweetener & pepper flakes & whisk to combine & simmer for three to four minutes.
6. Add the xanthan gum and stir so the sauce thickens.
7. Put the chicken in the wok & toss to cover it evenly with sauce.
8. Sprinkle some green onions & sesame seeds, then serve.

SERVING SUGGESTIONS:

VEGETABLES:

• Cauliflower Rice
• Steamed Broccoli
• Sautéed Bok Choy

WRAPS:

• Lettuce Wraps
• Keto Tortilla Wraps

SIDE DISH:

• Zucchini Noodles
• Shirataki Rice

TOPPING & GARNISH:

• Toasted Sesame Seeds
• Fresh Green Onions

TIPS:

• Slice the chicken fillets into uniform sizes so they cook evenly.
• Include the pepper flakes as you are able to tolerate.
• Don’t add lots of chicken in pan; instead, sear in batches.

STORAGE INFORMATION:

FRIDGE:

• Put the remaining chicken in the box and store it for 4 days.

FREEZER:

• We freeze the chicken in the bag for two months.

FAQs:

Can I utilize chicken breast to make this dish?

• We can make this Tso’s chicken with chicken breast fillet, though thighs are tastier.

Is this Tso’s chicken spicier?

• This Tso’s chicken is mildly spicy, and we would adjust the spice content as we tolerate it.

What is the alternative to coconut aminos?

• We can also make use of tamari or gluten-free soy sauce for the best taste.

Can I make this Tso’s chicken in advance?

• We can make this Tso’s chicken in advance and store the chicken and sauce in separate boxes.

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NUTRITIONAL INFORMATION:

Caloric count: 290 kcal

Net carbs: 4g

Overall carbs: 5g

Fiber: 1g

Protein: 29g

Serving size: 1 cup of chicken with sauce

Sodium: 780mg

Serving: 4

Potassium: 410mg