Description
A delightful dish that strikes a beautiful balance between savory, spicy, and sweet, creating a beloved family favorite.
Ingredients
- Chicken (drumsticks or wings)
- Gochujang
- Honey or sugar
- Garlic (minced)
- Ginger (minced)
- Soy Sauce
- Rice vinegar
- Scallions (for garnish)
- Optional: Sesame oil, sesame seeds
Instructions
- Prep the Chicken: Rinse and pat dry the chicken pieces.
- Make the Marinade: Mix gochujang, honey, minced garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and rice vinegar in a large bowl.
- Marinate: Coat the chicken in the marinade and let it sit for at least 30 minutes.
- Coat the Chicken: Optionally, lightly dust the chicken with cornstarch.
- Fry: Heat oil in a skillet and fry the chicken until golden crispy (8-10 minutes per side).
- Prepare the Glaze: Boil remaining marinade and simmer until thickened.
- Glaze the Chicken: Toss cooked chicken in the glaze until coated.
- Serve: Garnish with chopped scallions and sesame seeds.
Notes
For healthier preparation, consider air-frying the chicken instead of deep-frying.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 700mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 10g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 25g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 90mg
Keywords: Korean chicken, spicy fried chicken, comfort food, family recipe, Asian cuisine