Buldak Recipe (Korean Fire Chicken)
Ingredients
- 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs)
chopped into bite-sized pieces (you can use chicken breasts
- 1/4 cup gochugaru
Korean hot pepper flakes
- ¼ cup gochujang
I use the hot variety
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoon rice syrup
or use honey or corn syrup
- 2-3 spicy Korean chili peppers)
chopped (or use other small spicy red chilies
- 6 large garlic cloves
minced
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup water or chicken stock
- 2 cups mozzarella cheese)
shredded (optional
- For Garnish. Fresh chopped parsley or green onions
extra hot pepper flakes
Directions
- 1
In a large bowl, mix together the gochugaru, gochujang, soy sauce, vegetable oil, sesame oil, rice syrup, chilies, garlic, ginger, and salt and pepper to form a thick paste.
- 2
Add the chicken and mix to coat each piece of chicken. Cover and refrigerate at least 1 hour.
- 3
Heat a large oven proof pan (cast iron pan) to medium heat. Add the chicken with the marinade, and water or chicken stock.
- 4
Cover and simmer for 10 minutes, or until the chicken is cooked through. The marinade/sauce should reduce a bit. Remove lid.
- 5
Set oven to BROIL.
- 6
Top the chicken with shredded mozzarella cheese and broil for 2-3 minutes, or until the cheese is melted to your preference and begins to brown.
- 7
Remove, garnish, and serve!
Buldak Recipe (Korean Fire Chicken)
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About this Recipe
Craving the fiery kick of Korean street food at home? This homemade buldak recipe delivers authentic, intensely flavorful Korean Fire Chicken with melty cheese, perfect for an adventurous weeknight dinner. You'll achieve that signature restaurant-quality taste in your own kitchen.
What makes this buldak recipe truly special is the bold combination of gochujang and gochugaru, which forms the foundation of its vibrant, spicy, and savory profile. This recipe guides you to create a well-balanced sauce that perfectly coats tender chicken pieces, ensuring every bite is packed with complex Korean flavors. The optional blanket of shredded mozzarella cheese provides a creamy, cooling contrast to the heat, making the dish incredibly satisfying.
Prepare for a rich, spicy, and deeply savory experience where tender, bite-sized chicken is enrobed in a brilliant red sauce. The heat from the spicy Korean chili peppers and hot gochujang is beautifully complemented by the sweetness of rice syrup, creating a harmonious flavor that is both addictive and comforting. With the addition of gooey, stretchy mozzarella, you'll find pockets of mild, creamy cheese that cut through the spice, adding a luxurious texture to this popular Korean dish.
Feel free to swap boneless chicken thighs for chicken breasts if you prefer, ensuring they are chopped into bite-sized pieces for even cooking. If rice syrup isn't in your pantry, honey or corn syrup are excellent alternatives for achieving the desired sweetness. For the spicy element, while Korean chili peppers offer an authentic kick, any small spicy red chilies will work in a pinch.
This Korean Fire Chicken makes for an exciting and satisfying main course, ideal for a cozy night in or a gathering with friends who appreciate bold flavors. Serve it piping hot to enjoy the cheese at its meltiest and most delicious.