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April 29, 2025

The sweet and spicy flavors of this dish echo Korean fried chicken wings, but without the hassle of deep frying. Look for gochujang, a sweet and spicy Korean red pepper paste, in the International aisle of many grocery stores, at an Asian market, and online. The recipe is a Yummly original created by Julia Lee.

Easy Korean Sticky Chicken
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Easy Korean Sticky Chicken

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Thinly slice the green onions and set aside. Cut chicken into 1-inch pieces. Combine the chicken, salt, cornstarch, and water in a medium bowl. Set mixture aside.
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Peel and finely grate the ginger using a hand-held rasp-style grater or box grater. Transfer ginger to a small mixing bowl. Grate or mince the garlic. Add it to the ginger with the gochujang, mirin, honey, sesame oil, and vinegar, and stir until well combined. Set sauce aside.
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Heat a large, heavy-bottomed frying pan over medium-high heat. Once hot, add the oil, swirling to coat bottom of pan. Add the chicken and spread pieces into a single layer. Cook until well-browned on underside, 2-3 minutes. Turn pieces over and cook until browned on second side, 2-3 minutes. Transfer chicken to a bowl.
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Reduce heat to medium-low and add sauce mixture to pan. Cook, stirring constantly, until hot, about 30 seconds. Return chicken to the pan and toss until well coated.
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Transfer chicken to a serving plate. Sprinkle with the sesame seeds and green onions, and serve immediately.

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Tips & Tricks (5)

  • Gochujang Intensity Control 🌶️
    Adjust the amount of gochujang based on your spice tolerance - start with less and add more gradually to achieve your perfect heat level.
  • Cornstarch Coating Technique 🥄
    Ensure even coating by patting chicken thighs dry before adding cornstarch, which helps create a crispy exterior and helps the sauce cling better.
  • Marinade Magic Time ⏰
    For maximum flavor penetration, marinate the chicken for at least 30 minutes (or up to 4 hours) before cooking to allow the seasonings to fully develop.
  • Sesame Seed Toasting Hack 🔥
    Quickly toast sesame seeds in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes before sprinkling to enhance their nutty flavor and aroma.
  • Sauce Reduction Perfection 🥘
    When reducing the sauce, watch for a glossy, slightly thickened consistency that coats the back of a spoon - this ensures a perfect sticky texture.

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