Dak Bulgoki (Chicken Bulgoki)

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 2
Spicy and savory chicken bulgoki recipe that will satisfy your tastebuds
in Main

Prep

40 min

Cook

12 min

Ready In

52 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

2 lbs boneless skinless chicken , cubed
4 green onions , minced
1 tablespoon garlic , minced
1 tablespoon ginger , minced
3 -5 tablespoons korean red pepper paste ( Gochu jang )
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sesame oil
1 tablespoon sesame seeds
1 tablespoon sugar
1 teaspoon salt
1/2 cup water

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4-6
Calories
325
Sugar
4g
Fat
7g
Dak Bulgoki, also known as Chicken Bulgoki, is a traditional Korean dish made with marinated chicken in a spicy, savory sauce. This dish is popular for its bold and flavorful taste and can be served with a variety of sides such as rice, noodles, or lettuce cups. This recipe offers a healthier twist on the traditional beef bulgoki by using lean chicken meat. The dish is simple to prepare and can be easily customized to your spice preference.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, mix together the minced green onions, garlic, ginger, korean red pepper paste, soy sauce, sesame oil, sesame seeds, sugar and salt until combined.
2.Add the cubed chicken to the bowl and mix well until each piece is coated with the marinade.
3.Marinate for at least 30 minutes or up to overnight in the refrigerator.
4.Heat a large skillet over high heat and add the marinated chicken plus the 1/2 cup of water to the pan.
5.Cook for 10-12 minutes or until the chicken is cooked through and the sauce has thickened.
6.Serve hot with rice, noodles or in lettuce cups.

PROS

This chicken bulgoki recipe is bursting with flavor and can be easily customized to your spice preference.

The use of chicken over traditional beef bulgoki makes this dish a healthier option.

CONS

The dish can be quite spicy for those with a lower tolerance for heat.

Marinating the chicken is necessary for maximum flavor but does require some extra time.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

Chicken is a lean protein source that is low in fat and calories, and high in essential nutrients such as vitamin B12 and minerals.
The addition of garlic and ginger in this recipe provides anti-inflammatory properties and aids in digestion. The use of korean red pepper paste, or gochu jang, contains capsaicin which has been linked to reducing inflammation and boosting metabolism.

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