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Korean Fried Chicken

Crisp chicken pieces are coated in a sticky gochujang glaze balanced with garlic, ginger, and a touch of sweetness.

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Korean Fried Chicken plated Korean meal

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Korean Fried Chicken

Yield4
Prep20 min
Cook30 min
Total50 min

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Method

5 steps

  1. 1

    Pat the chicken dry and season with salt and pepper. Toss with potato starch until well coated.

  2. 2

    Heat oil to 350°F in a deep pot. Fry the chicken in batches until pale golden and cooked through, about 8–10 minutes.

  3. 3

    Whisk gochujang, ketchup, rice syrup, soy sauce, garlic, ginger, vinegar, and sesame oil in a saucepan. Simmer 2 minutes.

  4. 4

    Raise the oil to 375°F and fry the chicken a second time until deeply crisp.

  5. 5

    Toss the hot chicken with the glaze. Sprinkle with sesame seeds and scallions.