Korean Fried Chicken 🍗
Description
This Korean Fried Chicken recipe delivers ultra-crispy golden chicken wings coated in a sticky, flavorful sauce made from gochujang (Korean chili paste), soy sauce, garlic, and honey. The double-frying method ensures that irresistible crunch while keeping the meat juicy and tender inside. Perfect for dinner, parties, or weekend cravings! 😋🔥
Ingredients
Instructions
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Prepare the chicken:
Pat dry with paper towels to remove moisture.
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Mix coating
In a bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, salt, pepper, and cold water to form a light batter.
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Heat oil:
Preheat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C).
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Fry chicken (1st fry):
Dip chicken into batter and fry for 6–7 minutes or until light golden. Remove and rest for 5–10 minutes.
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Fry chicken (2nd fry):
Increase oil heat slightly and fry again for 3–4 minutes until crispy and golden brown. Drain excess oil.
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Make the sauce:
In a saucepan, combine gochujang, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic, sesame oil, and rice vinegar. Simmer on low for 3–4 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Coat the chicken:
Toss the fried chicken in the sauce until evenly coated and glossy.
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Garnish:
Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
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Serve hot ♨ and enjoy with rice or cold beer 🍺!
Nutrition Facts
Servings 4
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 480kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 25g39%
- Saturated Fat 6g30%
- Total Carbohydrate 35g12%
- Sugars 12g
- Protein 28g57%
- Vitamin A 500 IU
- Vitamin C 3 mg
- Calcium 40 mg
- Iron 1.6 mg
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet. Your daily value may be higher or lower depending on your calorie needs.
Note
For extra crispiness, keep the batter cold and fry the chicken twice. You can also make it spicier by adding more gochujang or chili flakes 🌶.
