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Korean Fried Chicken

17 INGREDIENTS • 9 STEPS • 1HR

Korean Fried Chicken

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Ever since Korean Fried Chicken took over as the reigning queen of fried chicken, the world has never been the same. It can be dipped in sauce, coated in a simple Sweet and Spicy Gochujang Sauce, or even eaten plain - all ways are delicious when you have the perfect ratio of crispiness to flavor.
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Lauren Holdcroft at SideChef
Hi, I'm Lauren, Recipe Editor at SideChef. Chipped dishware, breakfast for any meal, and eye-watering spice levels. Find me on Instagram @bitesbylauren
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Ever since Korean Fried Chicken took over as the reigning queen of fried chicken, the world has never been the same. It can be dipped in sauce, coated in a simple Sweet and Spicy Gochujang Sauce, or even eaten plain - all ways are delicious when you have the perfect ratio of crispiness to flavor.
1HR
Total Time
$1.87
Cost Per Serving
Ingredients
Servings
4
us / metric
Kosher Salt
1 Tbsp
Kosher Salt, divided
Corn Starch
3/4 cup
Corn Starch, divided
Baking Powder
1 tsp
Baking Powder, divided
Potato Starch
1/2 cup
Potato Starch
Water
1/2 cup
Cold Water
plus 2 Tbsp
Vegetable Oil
as needed
Vegetable Oil
about 8 cups (2 quart) oil for frying
or Other Frying Oil
Sesame Seeds
to taste
Scallion
to taste
Thinly Sliced Scallions
Sweet and Spicy Gochujang Sauce
Gochujang
1/2 cup
Honey
3 Tbsp
Honey
plus more to taste
Sesame Oil
3 Tbsp
Sesame Oil
Soy Sauce
1 Tbsp
Garlic
2 cloves
Garlic, grated
Toasted White Sesame Seeds
1 tsp
Toasted White Sesame Seeds
Water
1 Tbsp
Water
up to 3 Tbsp or as needed to thin
optional
Nutrition Per Serving
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Calories
806
Fat
43.0 g
Protein
38.9 g
Carbs
65.4 g
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step 1
In a large bowl, combine Corn Starch (4 Tbsp), Kosher Salt (2 tsp), and Baking Powder (as needed). Add the Chicken Wings (2 lb) and toss to coat. Shake off any extra seasoning and transfer to a tray. Let it sit in the fridge uncovered for 30 minutes (up to overnight).
step 1 In a large bowl, combine Corn Starch (4 Tbsp), Kosher Salt (2 tsp), and Baking Powder (as needed). Add the Chicken Wings (2 lb) and toss to coat. Shake off any extra seasoning and transfer to a tray. Let it sit in the fridge uncovered for 30 minutes (up to overnight).
step 2
Make the sauce. In a small bowl, combine Gochujang (1/2 cup), Honey (3 Tbsp), Sesame Oil (3 Tbsp), Soy Sauce (1 Tbsp), Garlic (2 cloves), Rice Vinegar (1 tsp), and Toasted White Sesame Seeds (1 tsp). Slowly add small splashes of Water (1 Tbsp) until it’s a thin, runny consistency (to help coat the chicken), I used 2 Tbsp of water total. Set aside.
step 2 Make the sauce. In a small bowl, combine Gochujang (1/2 cup), Honey (3 Tbsp), Sesame Oil (3 Tbsp), Soy Sauce (1 Tbsp), Garlic (2 cloves), Rice Vinegar (1 tsp), and Toasted White Sesame Seeds (1 tsp). Slowly add small splashes of Water (1 Tbsp) until it’s a thin, runny consistency (to help coat the chicken), I used 2 Tbsp of water total. Set aside.
step 3
In a large bowl, whisk together Corn Starch (1/2 cup), Potato Starch (1/2 cup), Kosher Salt (1 tsp), Baking Powder (as needed), 1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp Water (1/2 cup). If it feels too “sticky”, after whisking for a minute, then add another splash of water and stir until the batter is smooth. Set aside.
step 3 In a large bowl, whisk together Corn Starch (1/2 cup), Potato Starch (1/2 cup), Kosher Salt (1 tsp), Baking Powder (as needed), 1/2 cup plus 2 Tbsp Water (1/2 cup). If it feels too “sticky”, after whisking for a minute, then add another splash of water and stir until the batter is smooth. Set aside.
step 4
Heat 2-3 inches of Vegetable Oil (as needed) in a large, heavy-bottomed pot until the oil is shimmering, and bubbles appear when you stick the end of a chopstick or wooden spoon in the oil. If using a thermometer, bring the oil to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
step 4 Heat 2-3 inches of Vegetable Oil (as needed) in a large, heavy-bottomed pot until the oil is shimmering, and bubbles appear when you stick the end of a chopstick or wooden spoon in the oil. If using a thermometer, bring the oil to 350 degrees F (180 degrees C).
step 5
Whisk the batter to remix and add half the wings, tossing to coat. One by one, let the extra batter drizzle off the wings and place into the hot oil. Repeat until you have a single layer across the bottom of the pot. Cook for 6-7 minutes or until they turn a light golden brown - they will stick to the bottom at first, just let them cook for 30 seconds before trying to move them, and they should come up effortlessly.
step 5 Whisk the batter to remix and add half the wings, tossing to coat. One by one, let the extra batter drizzle off the wings and place into the hot oil. Repeat until you have a single layer across the bottom of the pot. Cook for 6-7 minutes or until they turn a light golden brown - they will stick to the bottom at first, just let them cook for 30 seconds before trying to move them, and they should come up effortlessly.
step 6
Transfer to a wire rack or strainer and let cool for a few minutes.
step 6 Transfer to a wire rack or strainer and let cool for a few minutes.
step 7
Add back to the oil and cook for 6-7 more minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a lined plate. Repeat with the second batch.
step 7 Add back to the oil and cook for 6-7 more minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a lined plate. Repeat with the second batch.
step 8
Add wings to a large bowl and drizzle with the sauce. Toss gently until fully coated.
step 8 Add wings to a large bowl and drizzle with the sauce. Toss gently until fully coated.
step 9
Serve immediately, sprinkled with Sesame Seeds (to taste) and Scallions (to taste).
step 9 Serve immediately, sprinkled with Sesame Seeds (to taste) and Scallions (to taste).
Tags
Dairy-Free
Comfort Food
Chicken
Snack
Shellfish-Free
Dinner
Game Day
Korean
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