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Korean Fried Chicken

A crispy and flavorful dish featuring tender chicken coated in a spicy, sweet sauce, perfect for any gathering.
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Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Keyword: Korean Fried Chicken, crispy chicken, spicy chicken, comfort food
Prep Time: 20 minutes
Cook Time: 30 minutes
Total Time: 50 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Calories: 350kcal

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken wings or drumsticks
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 tsp baking powder
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1 cup buttermilk
  • Oil for frying
  • 1/4 cup gochujang
  • 2 tbsp honey
  • 1 tbsp soy sauce
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  • Clean and dry the chicken pieces.
  • In a bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
  • Marinate chicken in buttermilk for at least 15 minutes.
  • Heat oil in a deep skillet over medium-high heat.
  • Coat each chicken piece in the flour mixture.
  • Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown, about 10-12 minutes.
  • Drain the fried chicken on a wire rack.
  • In a saucepan, combine gochujang, honey, and soy sauce; heat until blended.
  • Toss the fried chicken in the sauce until fully coated.
  • Garnish with sesame seeds before serving.

Nutrition

Calories: 350kcal | Carbohydrates: 20g | Protein: 25g | Fat: 20g | Fiber: 1g