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korean fried chicken

Korean Fried Chicken: 5 Secrets to Irresistible Crunch

Crispy and flavorful Korean fried chicken coated in a spicy sauce.

  • Total Time: 50 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 2 cups vegetable oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper.
  2. Coat chicken wings in the flour mixture.
  3. Heat oil in a deep pan over medium heat.
  4. Fry chicken wings until golden brown and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
  5. In a separate bowl, mix gochujang, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and sesame oil.
  6. Toss fried chicken in the sauce until well coated.
  7. Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • Adjust the sauce’s spice level to your preference.
  • Serve with pickled radish for a traditional touch.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 20 minutes
  • Cook Time: 30 minutes
  • Category: Main Course
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Korean
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 pieces
  • Calories: 400
  • Sugar: 12g
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 25g
  • Saturated Fat: 5g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 15g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 30g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 20g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

Keywords: korean fried chicken, crispy chicken, spicy chicken