Spicy Korean Fried Chicken with Gochujang Sauce

Ingredients and Weight:

• 4 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup plus 2 tablespoons gochujang Korean chili paste
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup brown sugar
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 2 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 tablespoon grated fresh ginger
• 2 teaspoons Korean chili powder (gochugaru)
• 1/4 cup cornstarch
• 1 cup all-purpose flour
• 1 cup vegetable oil, for frying
• Green onions, for garnish (optional)

Preparation Time:

30 minutes

Cooking Time:

30 minutes

Difficulty Level:

3 (Intermediate)

Preparation Method Steps:

1. In a large bowl, combine chicken thighs, 1/2 cup gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and chili powder. Mix well and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight.
2. In a separate bowl, whisk together cornstarch and flour.
3. Remove chicken from marinade and dredge in cornstarch mixture.
4. Heat vegetable oil in a large pot or deep fryer to 375°F (190°C).
5. Fry chicken in batches until golden brown and cooked through, about 10-12 minutes.
6. Drain chicken on paper towels.
7. In a small saucepan, heat remaining 2 tablespoons gochujang over medium heat. Stir in 1/4 cup water and bring to a simmer.
8. Pour gochujang sauce over fried chicken and garnish with green onions, if desired.

Nutritional Information:

Per serving (assuming 8 servings): - Calories: 550 - Fat: 35g - Carbohydrates: 45g - Protein: 25g

Dish Characteristics:

• Crispy, spicy, and flavorful chicken
• Balanced sweetness and heat from gochujang sauce
• Served hot and garnished with green onions for freshness

User Comments:

• "This fried chicken is absolutely delicious! The gochujang sauce is the perfect balance of spicy and sweet."
• "I'm not usually a fan of fried chicken, but this dish is a game-changer. It's crispy, flavorful, and the sauce is amazing."
• "The chicken was cooked to perfection and the sauce was incredibly flavorful. I would definitely recommend this dish to anyone looking for a flavorful and satisfying meal."

Special Precautions and Tips:

• If you can't find gochujang paste, you can substitute with a combination of 1/4 cup Sriracha and 1/4 cup chili pepper paste.
• Adjust the amount of gochujang paste in the sauce according to your desired level of spiciness.
• Be careful not to overcook the chicken, as it will become dry.