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Korean Fried Chicken: Discover the Secret Recipe Today!

A delicious and crispy Korean Fried Chicken recipe that features a flavorful sauce and is perfect for any occasion.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Main Dish
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 550
Ingredients Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

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

Method
 

  1. In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and baking powder. Mix well.
  2. In another bowl, pour the buttermilk over the chicken pieces, ensuring they are well-coated. Let them marinate for at least 30 minutes (or up to 2 hours in the refrigerator for extra tenderness).
  3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or a large pot to 350°F. You’ll need enough oil to submerge the chicken pieces.
  4. Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off. Dredge each piece in the flour mixture, ensuring they are fully coated.
  5. Carefully place the coated chicken in the hot oil, frying in batches to avoid overcrowding. Fry for about 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure the internal temperature reaches 165°F.
  6. While the chicken is frying, prepare the sauce by combining gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and sesame oil in a small saucepan. Heat over low heat, stirring until well combined and slightly thickened (about 5 minutes).
  7. Once the chicken is done frying, remove it from the oil and place it on a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
  8. Toss the fried chicken in the sauce until well coated.
  9. Serve the chicken hot, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1servingCalories: 550kcalCarbohydrates: 30gProtein: 30gFat: 35gSaturated Fat: 10gPolyunsaturated Fat: 15gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgFiber: 1gSugar: 20g

Notes

  • For extra crunch, double fry the chicken by letting it rest for a few minutes after the first fry, then frying again for 2-3 minutes.
  • For a spicy kick, add a teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes to the sauce.

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