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Crispy Gochujang Chicken on a white ceramic plate with glossy red glaze, sesame seeds, green onions, and a small bowl of sauce on a white table.

Crispy Gochujang Chicken

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Description

This recipe mixes spicy, sweet, and savory flavors for a tasty meal. It’s great for quick weeknight dinners and loved by everyone.

Ingredients

Scale

Flat lay of all ingredients for Crispy Gochujang Chicken arranged neatly on a white marble table.

For the Marinade:

  • 1 pound boneless, skinless chicken thighs
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 1 tablespoon soy sauce
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 1 teaspoon garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon ginger, grated

For the Crispy Coating:

  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 1 teaspoon onion powder
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon pepper
  • 1 large egg

For Frying:

  • 2 cups vegetable oil

For the Gochujang Glaze:

  • 2 tablespoons gochujang
  • 1 tablespoon honey

For Serving (optional):

  • Steamed rice
  • Sesame seeds
  • Sliced green onions
  • Cucumber and avocado salad or kimchi slaw

Instructions

Step 1 — Marinate the Chicken: In a bowl, mix gochujang, soy sauce, honey, garlic, and ginger. Cut the chicken into uniform pieces, coat well, and let marinate for at least 30 minutes to infuse all the flavors.

 

Step 2 — Prepare the Crispy Coating: In a separate bowl, combine flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper. Beat the egg into the marinade or use it as a separate dredging step before coating. Dredge each piece of marinated chicken in the mixture to coat thoroughly.

 

Step 3 — Fry the Chicken: Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat. Test the oil by dropping in a small piece of chicken — if it sizzles immediately, the oil is ready. Fry the coated chicken pieces in batches, turning them until golden brown. Drain on a wire rack to remove excess oil and keep them crispy.

 

Step 4 — Glaze it Up: For a finishing touch, toss the fried chicken in a mixture of gochujang and honey before serving. This adds an irresistible sticky glaze.

 

Step 5 — Serve and Enjoy: Serve the crispy gochujang chicken with fluffy steamed rice, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions. Let everyone enjoy the delicious flavors!

 

Notes

Let the chicken marinate: Marinate the chicken for at least an hour, or preferably overnight, to enhance flavor and tenderize the meat.

Avoid overcrowding during frying: Cooking in batches allows the chicken to fry evenly, ensuring that each piece achieves that desired crispy texture.

Test oil temperature: Before frying, drop a small piece of chicken into the oil. If it sizzles immediately, your oil is ready for frying.

Use a wire rack: Placing fried chicken on a wire rack rather than a plate keeps it crispy by allowing excess oil to drain away.

Adjust spice levels: Consider personal preferences when mixing the glaze. Adding more or less gochujang can tailor the heat to individual tastes.

Nutrition

  • Serving Size: 4 Servings
  • Calories: 350
  • Sodium: 800mg
  • Fat: 20g
  • Carbohydrates: 15g
  • Protein: 30g

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A wholesome, plant-based recipe that's as nourishing as it is delicious. Made with simple, budget-friendly ingredients — proof that eating healthy can be easy, affordable, and absolutely tasty!

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