Korean Chicken Wings
Get ready to elevate your appetizer game with these irresistible Korean Chicken Wings! Combining crispy, golden-brown perfection with a bold, sweet-and-spicy glaze made from gochujang, honey, soy sauce, and aromatic garlic and ginger, this recipe brings authentic Korean flavors right to your kitchen. The secret to their crunch lies in a coating of cornstarch and baking powder, followed by a deep fry that ensures every bite is satisfyingly crisp. Tossed in a sticky, glossy sauce and garnished with sesame seeds and fresh green onions, these wings are as visually enticing as they are flavorful. Perfect for game-day snacks, party appetizers, or a crowd-pleasing dinner, these wings deliver a mouthwatering balance of heat, sweetness, and umami you won’t be able to resist.
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 0.5 cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon baking powder
- 3 cups vegetable oil
- 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 3 cloves garlic
- 1 teaspoon ginger
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 2 stalks green onions
Instructions
Rinse and pat dry the chicken wings thoroughly with paper towels. Separate the drumettes and wingettes if not already done.
In a large mixing bowl, mix the cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and baking powder. Toss the chicken wings in the mixture until evenly coated.
In a deep fryer or large pot, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C). Fry the wings in batches for 8-10 minutes until they are golden and crispy. Remove and drain them on a wire rack or paper towels.
In a saucepan over medium heat, combine gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Stir and simmer for 3-4 minutes until the mixture becomes thick and glossy.
Transfer the fried wings to a large bowl. Pour the glaze over the wings and toss them gently to coat evenly.
Plate the wings and garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
Serve hot and enjoy your delicious Korean Chicken Wings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
2000 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 192.5 g | 247% | |
| Saturated Fat | 31.5 g | 157% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 102.8 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 191 mg | 64% | |
| Sodium | 1378 mg | 60% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 36.2 g | 13% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 1.4 g | 5% | |
| Total Sugars | 15.5 g | ||
| Protein | 43.2 g | 86% | |
| Vitamin D | 0.4 mcg | 2% | |
| Calcium | 50 mg | 4% | |
| Iron | 2.8 mg | 16% | |
| Potassium | 525 mg | 11% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
