Korean Fried Chicken Recipe

Korean fried chicken is a delicious dish known for its crispy texture and flavorful sauce. Here’s a simple recipe for you to try at home:

Ingredients:

For the Chicken:

• 2 lbs (about 1 kg) chicken wings or drumsticks, cut into pieces
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 teaspoon garlic powder
• 1 teaspoon ginger powder
• 2 eggs
• Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Sauce:

• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
• 2 tablespoons honey
• 2 tablespoons brown sugar
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon sesame oil
• 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional)
• Thinly sliced green onions, for garnish

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Chicken:
   • In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, and ginger powder.
   • In another bowl, beat the eggs.
   • Dip the chicken pieces into the beaten eggs, then dredge them in the flour mixture, ensuring they are well-coated.
   • Shake off any excess flour and place the coated chicken pieces on a wire rack to rest for about 10-15 minutes. This helps the coating adhere better when frying.
2. Fry the Chicken:
   • Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
   • Carefully add the chicken pieces in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the fryer or pot.
   • Fry the chicken for about 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
   • Once cooked, transfer the fried chicken to a wire rack or paper towels to drain any excess oil.
3. Make the Sauce:
   • In a saucepan, combine soy sauce, gochujang, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and sesame oil.
   • Cook over medium heat, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens slightly and becomes glossy, about 5-7 minutes.
4. Coat the Chicken:
   • Once the chicken is fried and the sauce is ready, transfer the fried chicken to a large mixing bowl.
   • Pour the sauce over the chicken and toss until the chicken is evenly coated.
5. Serve:
   • Transfer the Korean fried chicken to a serving platter and garnish with toasted sesame seeds and thinly sliced green onions.
   • Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Korean fried chicken!

Feel free to adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less gochujang according to your preference. Enjoy your homemade Korean fried chicken!