Description
Korean Spicy and Sweet Fried Chicken is a must-try dish that perfectly balances crispy chicken with a rich, sticky sauce. This delectable recipe features tender pieces of chicken coated in a flavorful blend of Gochujang, honey, and soy sauce, creating an irresistible sweet-spicy combination. Ideal for weeknight dinners or entertaining guests, this dish’s versatility allows it to shine as either a main course or an appetizer. With easy preparation steps and customizable spice levels, you’ll be left craving more after every bite.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1/2 pound chicken breast
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 10 tablespoons cornstarch
- 2 eggs
- Sesame oil and sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Marinate chicken pieces with ginger, salt, pepper, and vinegar for 10-15 minutes.
- Heat oil in a frying pan over medium heat.
- Coat marinated chicken in beaten eggs and dredge in cornstarch.
- Fry until golden brown and cooked through; drain on paper towels.
- Combine Gochujang, honey, brown sugar, soy sauce, and sesame oil in another pan to create the sauce.
- Toss fried chicken in the sauce until evenly coated.
- Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 piece (50g)
- Calories: 200
- Sugar: 8g
- Sodium: 420mg
- Fat: 10g
- Saturated Fat: 1g
- Unsaturated Fat: 8g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 12g
- Cholesterol: 80mg