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korean fried chicken recipe

Savor Irresistible Korean Fried Chicken in 30 Minutes


  • Author: Christina R. Jones
  • Total Time: 35 mins
  • Yield: 4 servings 1x
  • Diet: Low Lactose

Description

Crispy Korean fried chicken with a sweet and spicy glaze.


Ingredients

Scale
  • 2 lbs chicken wings or drumsticks
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup water
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • Oil for frying
  • 1/4 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 3 tbsp honey
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp minced garlic
  • 1 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 tsp grated ginger

Instructions

  1. Mix flour, salt, pepper, and water to make a batter.
  2. Coat chicken pieces in cornstarch, then dip in batter.
  3. Fry chicken in hot oil (350°F) for 8-10 minutes until golden.
  4. Drain on paper towels.
  5. Mix gochujang, honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, sesame oil, and ginger in a saucepan.
  6. Simmer sauce for 3 minutes until thickened.
  7. Toss fried chicken in sauce.
  8. Serve immediately.

Notes

  • Double-fry for extra crispiness.
  • Adjust gochujang for more or less heat.
  • Use a thermometer for accurate oil temperature.
  • Prep Time: 20 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Category: Main Dish
  • Method: Frying
  • Cuisine: Korean

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 1/4 recipe
  • Calories: 520
  • Sugar: 18g
  • Sodium: 980mg
  • Fat: 28g
  • Saturated Fat: 7g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 18g
  • Trans Fat: 0g
  • Carbohydrates: 42g
  • Fiber: 2g
  • Protein: 26g
  • Cholesterol: 85mg

Keywords: Korean fried chicken, crispy chicken, gochujang chicken