Description
Crispy Korean Fried Chicken is a deliciously crunchy and flavorful dish, perfect for any occasion.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken wings or drumsticks
- 1 cup all-purpose flour
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for heat)
- 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)
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well.
- In another bowl, pour the buttermilk over the chicken pieces, ensuring they are well-coated. Let the chicken marinate for at least 30 minutes in the refrigerator.
- Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep pot or fryer to 350°F.
- Remove the chicken from the buttermilk, allowing excess to drip off, then dredge each piece in the flour mixture, pressing lightly to adhere.
- Fry the chicken in batches for about 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through (internal temperature should reach 165°F). Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, combine gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and sesame oil. Stir until well combined and heated through.
- Toss the fried chicken in the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Notes
- For a lighter version, try baking the chicken instead of frying. Coat the chicken in the flour mixture, place on a baking sheet, and bake at 425°F for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- For extra crunch, double fry the chicken. After the first fry, let the chicken rest for 5 minutes, then fry again for an additional 3-5 minutes until extra crispy.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Dish
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450
- Sugar: 15g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 20g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg