Korean Fried Chicken

Korean Fried Chicken

from recipeslily.com

Korean Fried Chicken is a deliciously crispy and flavorful dish that combines the crunchiness of fried chicken with a sweet and spicy glaze.

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken wings
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1/2 teaspoon baking powder
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • Vegetable oil (for frying)
  • 1/2 cup gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
  • sesame seeds (for garnish)
  • chopped green onions (for garnish)

Directions

  1. 1

    In a large mixing bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and baking powder. Mix well.

  2. 2

    Pour the buttermilk into a separate bowl. Dip each chicken wing into the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture. Shake off any excess flour and set aside on a plate.

  3. 3

    In a deep frying pan or pot, heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Ensure there is enough oil to submerge the chicken wings.

  4. 4

    Carefully add the coated chicken wings to the hot oil in batches, being cautious not to overcrowd the pan. Fry for about 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy.

  5. 5

    Once cooked, use a slotted spoon to remove the wings, placing them on a paper towel-lined baking sheet to drain excess oil.

  6. 6

    Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and minced ginger. Cook over medium heat for about 5 minutes, stirring until well combined and slightly thickened.

  7. 7

    Toss the fried chicken wings in the sauce until fully coated.

  8. 8

    Serve the Korean Fried Chicken hot, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.