Enjoy the perfect balance of sweet and savory flavors with this crispy Korean chicken recipe. The crunchy exterior paired with a sticky, sweet glaze makes this dish a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken thighs, boneless and skinless
- 1 cup cornstarch
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, minced
- 1/4 cup rice vinegar
- 1/4 cup water
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 1 tbsp sesame seeds
- Vegetable oil for frying
Directions
- Trim excess fat from chicken thighs and cut them into bite-sized pieces.
- In a large bowl, coat the chicken pieces with cornstarch.
- Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
- Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 5-7 minutes per batch. Remove from skillet and set aside.
- In the same skillet, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, garlic, ginger, rice vinegar, and water. Cook until the sauce thickens.
- Add the fried chicken back to the skillet and toss to coat evenly in the sauce.
- Serve the sweet Korean crispy chicken garnished with green onions and sesame seeds.
- Enjoy this delicious dish hot with steamed rice or as a standalone appetizer.