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Classic Korean Fried Chicken (Yangnyeom Chicken)
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4Servings
Rating
Nutrition facts
750 kcalCalories
40 gProtein
45 gCarbs
50 gFat

Per serving · Approximate values estimated by AI

Classic Korean Fried Chicken (Yangnyeom Chicken)

Traditional dish · Korean

Crispy, double-fried chicken coated in a sweet, spicy, and tangy gochujang-based sauce. A quintessential Korean comfort food.

Ingredients

Servings4
  • Chicken wings or thighs, cut into pieces1.5 kg
  • Potato starch or cornstarch1 cup
  • Vegetable oil for frying4 cups
  • Salt1 tsp
  • Black pepper0.5 tsp
  • Gochujang (Korean chili paste)1/4 cup
  • Soy sauce2 tbsp
  • Rice vinegar2 tbsp
  • Honey or corn syrup3 tbsp
  • Garlic, minced2 tbsp
  • Ginger, minced1 tsp
  • Sesame oil1 tbsp
  • Toasted sesame seeds1 tbsp
  • Scallions, chopped2 tbsp

Steps

  1. 1

    Pat chicken pieces dry and season with salt and pepper.

  2. 2

    In a bowl, toss chicken pieces with potato starch until evenly coated.

  3. 3

    Heat vegetable oil in a deep pot or wok to 350°F (175°C).

  4. 4

    Fry chicken in batches for about 10-12 minutes until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain on a wire rack.

  5. 5

    Increase oil temperature to 375°F (190°C). Fry chicken again for 2-3 minutes until extra crispy. Drain.

  6. 6

    While chicken is frying, prepare the sauce: In a saucepan, combine gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, honey, minced garlic, minced ginger, and sesame oil.

  7. 7

    Cook the sauce over medium heat, stirring constantly, until it thickens slightly, about 5-7 minutes.

  8. 8

    In a large bowl, toss the double-fried chicken with the prepared sauce until well coated.

  9. 9

    Garnish with toasted sesame seeds and chopped scallions. Serve immediately.

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