Korean Fried Chicken recipe: Crispy and Spicy Delight

If you're a fan of fried chicken and spicy food, then this Korean Fried Chicken recipe is a must-try! This dish is made with crispy fried chicken coated in a spicy sauce that will leave your taste buds tingling with delight.

This image depicts a plate of Korean Fried Chicken with a crispy and golden brown exterior, coated in a spicy glaze. The chicken is garnished with sesame seeds, green onions, and sliced red peppers. The dish is served with a side of pickled radishes.

Ingredients

• 1 lb chicken wings or drumettes
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 tsp salt
• 1 tsp black pepper
• 1 tsp paprika
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1/2 cup buttermilk
• 1/2 cup gochujang sauce (Korean chili paste)
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp rice vinegar
• 1 tbsp sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tbsp grated ginger
• Vegetable oil for frying

This image shows a flat lay of all the ingredients needed for Korean Fried Chicken. The ingredients are organized neatly on a wooden cutting board, with the chicken wings in the center. The other ingredients include flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, garlic powder, buttermilk, gochujang sauce, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, black pepper, paprika, and garlic powder.
2. Dip the chicken wings in buttermilk, then coat them in the seasoned flour mixture.
3. Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 375°F.
4. Add the chicken wings to the hot oil and fry for 8-10 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
5. While the chicken is frying, mix together the gochujang sauce, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat. Cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens.
6. Once the chicken is done frying, use a slotted spoon to transfer it to a paper towel-lined plate to drain excess oil.
7. Toss the fried chicken in the spicy sauce until fully coated.
8. Garnish the Korean Fried Chicken with sesame seeds, sliced green onions, and red peppers. Serve with pickled radishes on the side.

This image shows a close-up of a plate of Korean Fried Chicken with pickled radishes on the side. The chicken is arranged in a circular pattern, with the glaze glistening in the light. The pickled radishes are sliced thinly and arranged in a pile next to the chicken.