Rather, it seems that the dish was invented by a Taiwan-based Hunan chef (Peng Chang-kuei) many years later and subsequently brought to America. Although it's named after a famed Chinese military leader (General Tso Tsung-t'ang), there is no recorded connection to him.
There's no doubt about the popularity of the dish, but its origins are still up for debate. And for good reason! Who can resist crispy morsels of juicy chicken coated in a thick, savory, sweet, and tangy sauce?
Gneral Tso's (or General Tso) Chicken is one of the most popular Chinese dishes in America.
