Korean Crispy Fried Chicken with Gochujang Glaze and Sesame
Enjoy Korean crispy fried chicken coated in a spicy gochujang glaze, perfect for dinner in about 50 minutes.
This Korean fried chicken is irresistibly crispy, paired with a spicy-sweet gochujang glaze for intense flavor.
Why This Recipe Works
Double Coating: The combination of flour and cornstarch creates an extra-crispy texture.
High Heat Frying: Frying at the right temperature ensures the chicken cooks quickly while remaining juicy inside.
Flavorful Glaze: The gochujang glaze adds a perfect balance of heat and sweetness, enhancing the chicken's flavor.
Chef's Pro Tip: Ensure the oil is hot enough before frying to achieve maximum crispiness and avoid greasy chicken.
Prep Time
20 min
Cook Time
30 min
Total Time
50 min
Servings
Ingredients
Directions
- 1
In a large bowl, mix flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper for coating the chicken.
- 2
Coat each chicken piece thoroughly in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.
- 3
Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet over medium heat, ensuring it's hot enough for frying.
- 4
Fry chicken pieces in batches for about 10 minutes each, until golden and crispy.
- 5
In a small saucepan, combine gochujang, honey, soy sauce, and sesame oil; simmer for 5 minutes.
- 6
Toss the fried chicken in the gochujang glaze until evenly coated.
- 7
Serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions.
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Nutrition Facts
Per serving
fat
25g
carbs
35g
fiber
1g
sodium
600mg
protein
25g
calories
450




