Mongolian Chicken Recipe

1 lb chicken breast or thighs (, cut into thin strips (*Vegetarian/Vegan: use diced tofu tossed in oil and baked in oven until crispy))

1 tablespoon cornstarch (, for coating)

2 tablespoons high heat cooking oil ((I use and recommend avocado oil as a healthy oil with a high smoke point))

1 tablespoon fresh garlic (, minced)

2 teaspoons fresh ginger (, minced)

2 bunches green onions (, cut into 2 inch pieces, white parts kept separate)

3 tablespoons hoisin sauce

OR Best Homemade Hoisin Sauce

1 teaspoon sesame oil

¼ teaspoon black pepper

½ cup tamari ((can substitute light soy sauce))

½ cup water

2 teaspoons cornstarch

½ cup brown sugar

or brown sugar alternative