Korean Fried Chicken (Dakgangjeong)
Ingredients:
- 500 grams chicken fillet (breast or thigh), diced
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/4 cup flour
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/4 teaspoon ground pepper
- Cooking oil to taste
Sauce Ingredients:
- 2 tablespoons sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, finely chopped
- 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons honey or corn syrup
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds
- Sliced scallions to taste (for garnish)
Method:
1. Chicken Preparation:
- Mix the chicken pieces with salt and pepper. Mix well and let sit for 15 minutes.
- In another bowl, combine the cornstarch and flour.
- Coat the chicken pieces in the flour mixture until evenly coated.
2. Frying the Chicken:
- Heat cooking oil over medium heat.
- Fry the chicken until golden brown and cooked through. Remove and drain.
3. Making the Sauce:
- Heat sesame oil in a pan. Sauté the garlic until fragrant.
- Add the gochujang, honey, soy sauce, and rice vinegar. Stir well and cook until the sauce thickens.
4. Finishing:
- Add the fried chicken to the pan with the sauce. Stir well until all the chicken pieces are coated with the sauce.
- Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
- Serve immediately.
