Korean Fried Chicken

Name: Korean Fried Chicken
Prep time: 20 min
Cook time: 25 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients: 2 lbs chicken wings, patted dry; 2/3 cup potato starch; 4 cups vegetable oil; 3 tbsp Korean red pepper paste; 1/4 cup honey; 2 tbsp soy sauce; 4 garlic cloves, minced; 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated; 2 tsp toasted sesame oil; 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Crispy double fried chicken wings coated in a sticky, sweet, and spicy red pepper glaze.

45 minMediumServes 4580 cal/serving

KoreanDinnerStovetopStandardHigh ProteinDairy-FreeNut-FreeEgg-FreePork-FreeShellfish-Free

Ingredients

2 lbs chicken wings, patted dry
2/3 cup potato starch
4 cups vegetable oil
3 tbsp Korean red pepper paste
1/4 cup honey
2 tbsp soy sauce
4 garlic cloves, minced
1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
2 tsp toasted sesame oil
1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds

Instructions

1

Ensure 2 lbs patted dry chicken wings are thoroughly dried with paper towels.
2

Toss chicken wings in 2/3 cup potato starch until evenly coated, shaking off any excess.
3

Heat 4 cups vegetable oil in a deep pot to 330°F (165°C).
4

Fry chicken wings in batches for 10 minutes, transfer to a wire rack, and let rest for 5 minutes.
5

Increase oil temperature to 375°F (190°C) and fry chicken wings a second time for 5 to 7 minutes until golden brown and the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
6

In a pan over medium heat, combine 3 tbsp Korean red pepper paste, 1/4 cup honey, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 4 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, and 2 tsp toasted sesame oil, simmering for 2 minutes until bubbling.
7

Toss fried chicken wings in the warm glaze, garnish with 1 tbsp toasted sesame seeds, and serve immediately.

Questions

Can I make Korean Fried Chicken gluten-free?

Yes. The gluten in this entry is 2 tbsp soy sauce. Swap the soy-based sauce for tamari or coconut aminos. Everything else proceeds as written.

How long does Korean Fried Chicken keep?

Refrigerate leftovers within two hours and eat them within three days. Reheat uncovered in a 400 F oven (or an air fryer) for a few minutes to bring the crust back; the microwave softens it.

Can I halve or double Korean Fried Chicken?

Yes. As written it serves 4. Every ingredient in this entry carries precomputed half and double quantities, and the app's batch dial rewrites them inside each step. When doubling on the stovetop, use your widest pan or work in two batches so the food sears instead of steaming.

Serve it with

Pa Muchim side
Dubu Salad (Tofu Salad with Sesame Dressing) salad
Ssamjang (Korean Dipping Paste) sauce
Dalgona Whipped Coffee drink

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