Best Sugar Free Low Carb Keto General Tso Chicken

Ingredients

• 1 1/2 pounds chicken thighs ((or breast), skinless, cut into 1-inch pieces)
• 1/2 teaspoon baking soda
• 1 tablespoon olive oil (or avocado oil or coconut oil)
• 3 cloves garlic (minced)
• 1 tablespoon ginger (minced)
• 2 spring onions (finely sliced)
• 1/2 teaspoon sesame seeds
• 3/4 cup chicken broth (low sodium)
• 1 1/2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar
• 2 tablespoons coconut aminos (or gluten free soy sauce)
• 1 tablespoon tomato puree (unsweetened)
• 1/4 teaspoon black pepper ((or to taste))
• 1/4 teaspoon salt (optional (or to taste))
• 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes
• 1/2 cup whey protein
• salt
• pepper
• 1 egg (beaten)
• 2 tablespoons avocado oil ( to deep fry)