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korean fried chicken recipe

Korean Fried Chicken Recipe: 7 Secrets to Crispy Delight

Crispy and flavorful Korean fried chicken that is double-fried for extra crunch.

  • Total Time: 35 minutes
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x

Ingredients

Scale
  • 1 kg chicken wings
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup water
  • Oil for frying
  • 1/2 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar

Instructions

  1. In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  2. Coat chicken wings in the flour mixture.
  3. Dip chicken in water and re-coat with the flour mixture.
  4. Heat oil in a deep pan to 180°C (350°F).
  5. Fry chicken wings in batches until golden brown, about 10 minutes.
  6. Remove and let rest for 5 minutes.
  7. Fry chicken again for another 5 minutes until extra crispy.
  8. In a saucepan, combine gochujang, honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Heat until mixed.
  9. Toss fried chicken in the sauce until evenly coated.
  10. Serve hot with sesame seeds and green onions on top.

Notes

  • Double frying ensures extra crispiness.
  • Adjust the sauce spice level to your taste.
  • Serve with pickled radish for a traditional touch.
  • Author: Evelyn E. Stotts
  • Prep Time: 15 minutes
  • Cook Time: 20 minutes
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Korean
  • Diet: Gluten Free

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 pieces
  • Calories: 350
  • Sugar: 10g
  • Sodium: 600mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Saturated Fat: 3g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 12g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 25g
  • Fiber: 1g
  • Protein: 15g
  • Cholesterol: 80mg

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