Gochujang Chicken Wings

Ingredients and Weight:

1. Chicken wings - 1 kg (about 2.2 pounds)
2. Gochujang (Korean chili paste) - 3 tbsp
3. Honey - 2 tbsp
4. Soy sauce - 2 tbsp
5. Garlic - 4 cloves, minced
6. Sugar - 1 tbsp
7. Sesame oil - 1 tsp
8. Salt - ½ tsp (optional)
9. Black pepper - ¼ tsp
10. Vegetable oil for frying

Preparation Time:

1. Preparation: 15 minutes
2. Cooking: 30-40 minutes
3. Total: 45-55 minutes

Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, mix together the gochujang, honey, soy sauce, garlic, sugar, sesame oil, salt, and black pepper. Set aside.
2. In a large frying pan or deep-fryer, heat enough vegetable oil to cover the chicken wings halfway.
3. When the oil is hot, add the chicken wings and fry until golden brown and cooked through, about 15-20 minutes.
4. Remove the chicken wings from the oil and drain on a paper towel.
5. Transfer the chicken wings to a baking dish and pour the gochujang mixture over them. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.
6. Bake in a preheated oven at 375°F for 10-15 minutes or until the sauce is sticky and the chicken is glazed.
7. Serve hot with your favorite side dish.

Nutritional Information: (per serving, assuming 8 total servings)

• Calories: 350 kcal
• Fat: 20g
• Carbohydrates: 25g
• Protein: 28g (Nutritional information may vary slightly depending on the exact ingredients used.)

Dish Characteristics:

1. Spicy and sweet flavor from the combination of gochujang and honey.
2. Rich in protein from chicken wings.
3. The sauce has a sticky and glazed texture that coats the chicken evenly.
4. Suitable for American taste due to its balance of flavors and preparation method.

User Comments:

1. "This dish was amazing! The combination of spicy and sweet flavors was perfect."
2. "I love how sticky and glazed the sauce is on the chicken wings."
3. "This is a great dish to serve at a party or gathering."
4. "The chicken wings were cooked to perfection, tender and juicy."
5. "A unique dish that will definitely impress my guests."

Special Precautions and Tips:

1. Be careful when handling hot oil and use proper kitchen equipment to avoid splashes and burns.
2. Adjust the amount of gochujang and honey according to your preference for spiciness and sweetness.
3. Make sure to fry the chicken wings until they are golden brown and cooked through to ensure a crispy texture.