Question 1

What is Orange Chicken?

Accepted Answer

Orange chicken is a popular American-Chinese recipe in which battered chicken is deep fried and tossed in a thick, sweet, tangy, savory orange sauce. It is often compared with General Tso Chicken because both are deep fried and sweet and savory but Orange Chicken is not nearly as spicy.

Question 2

What is Orange Chicken sauce made of?

Accepted Answer

Orange Chicken sauce is made of water, rice vinegar, lemon juice, soy sauce, orange juice, brown sugar, green onion, orange zest, ginger, garlic, pepper flakes, cornstarch and water.

Question 3

How can I store and reheat Orange Chicken?

Accepted Answer

Any leftover orange chicken can be stored in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3-4 days. To reheat it, you can use the air fryer to make the chicken crispy again or microwave it for a few minutes until heated through.

Question 4

Is Orange Chicken unhealthy?

Accepted Answer

Orange Chicken can be unhealthy if it is deep fried and coated in too much sugar. However, you can make it healthier by using less oil or an air fryer to cook the chicken, using less sugar or honey in the sauce, adding more vegetables to the dish or serving it with brown rice or quinoa.

Question 5

Is Orange Chicken a real Chinese dish?

Accepted Answer

Orange chicken is called Chinese food in North America but it is rarely found in Chinese restaurants in China. It is a variation of General Tsos chicken which was invented by a Chinese chef in New York City. It is influenced by Hunan cuisine but adapted to suit American tastes.

Question 6

When does Orange Chicken expire?

Accepted Answer

Orange Chicken, when freshly cooked, can last in the refrigerator for about 3-4 days. If it's packed from a store (unopened), check the 'best before' printed date. However, once opened, it's safe to eat for only a day or two. Freezing orange chicken? Brilliant! It can last up to 4-6 months.

Question 7

How do you tell if Orange Chicken is bad?

Accepted Answer

You can tell if orange chicken has gone bad by its appearance, smell and taste. The color may turn more dark and the texture might turn slimy. The smell won’t be as fresh and more importantly, if it tastes sour or off, it’s time to discard it.

Question 8

Tips for storing Orange Chicken to extend shelf life

Accepted Answer

• Keep it refrigerated as soon as you can after cooking or buying.

• If you want to freeze it, do it within an hour after it cools down to preserve the freshness.

• When storing in a fridge, ensure it's kept in an air-tight container to protect from other food odors.

• If freezing, place it in portion sizes in freezer bags for easy defrosting and reheating. Remember, make sure it's defrosted in the refrigerator and not at room temperature when you want to enjoy your orange chicken later.

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