Soy Garlic Korean Fried Chicken Recipe
Soy Garlic Korean Fried Chicken Recipe is crunchy and tasty. It has a mix of sweet, salty, and garlic flavors.
Equipment
- Large bowls
- Deep fryer or big pan
- Tongs
- Wire rack
- Whisk
- Small pot
- Measuring cups and spoons
- Paper towels
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken wings or drumsticks
- 1/2 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup flour
- 1/2 tsp salt
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp baking powder
- 1 egg
- 1/2 cup cold water
- Oil for frying
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 1 tbsp vinegar
- 4 garlic cloves minced
- 1 tsp grated ginger
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 1/2 tsp red pepper flakes optional
- 1 tsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Mix cornstarch, flour, salt, pepper, garlic powder, and baking powder.
- Beat the egg and mix it with cold water. Add to dry ingredients.
- Dip the chicken in the batter. Cover well.
- In a pan, heat oil to 350°F.
- Fry the chicken for 6-7 minutes until light brown.
- Place the chicken on a wire rack. Let it rest for 5 minutes.
- Fry again for 5 minutes until crispy.
- In a small pot, mix soy sauce, honey, sugar, vinegar, garlic, ginger, sesame oil, and pepper flakes.
- Add the cornstarch mix. Stir until thick.
- Toss the fried chicken in the sauce.
- Enjoy with your favorite sides.
Notes
- Fry twice for extra crispiness.
- Use cold water for a light batter.
- Let the chicken rest before frying again.
- Change the sweetness and saltiness as you like.
- Eat immediately for the best taste.