Dakgangjeong – Sweet & Spicy Crispy KOrean Chicken

May 27, 2023May 27, 20230 0
Dakgangjeong - Sweet & Spicy Crispy Korean Chicken recipe
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Prep

45 min

Cook

20 min

Ready In

65 min

Level

Easy

Rating

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Ingredients

1 lb chicken breast , cut into 1 1/2-inch pieces
1/2 cup buttermilk
2 large garlic cloves , pressed
1/2 tablespoon fresh ginger , minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper ( to taste )
1/4 teaspoon sea salt
1/2 cup cornstarch ( substitute unbleached all-purpose flour )
4 cups canola oil , for frying
2 tablespoons peanuts , chopped for garnish
1 tablespoon green onion , chopped for garnish
1/4 cup cooking rice wine ( Shaoxing )
3 tablespoons rice vinegar
2 tablespoons low sodium soy sauce
1 tablespoon gochujang ( hot pepper paste )
1/4 cup honey ( to taste )
1/4 cup brown sugar
1 tablespoon sesame oil
2 large garlic cloves , pressed
1/2 tablespoon fresh ginger , minced
1/2 teaspoon fresh ground black pepper ( to taste )

Nutrision Information

Servings Per Recipe
4
Calories
585
Sugar
19g
Fat
37g
Dakgangjeong, also known as Korean fried chicken, is a popular Korean dish that blends crispy fried chicken pieces with a sweet and spicy sauce. It's a perfect dish to share with friends and family on any occasion. Traditionally served as a bar snack in Korean taverns, Dakgangjeong has now become a staple dish in Korean cuisine and is enjoyed by people of all ages.

Instructions

1.In a large bowl, whisk buttermilk, garlic, ginger, black pepper, and sea salt. Add chicken and coat with marinade. Cover with plastic wrap and place in fridge for at least 30 mins or overnight.
2.In a separate bowl, mix cornstarch and 1/2 teaspoon sea salt. Dredge each chicken piece in cornstarch mixture, lightly shake off excess and place on a plate.
3.Heat canola oil in a large skillet or wok over medium-high heat (350 degrees F). Fry chicken pieces in batches until crispy and golden brown, approximately 3-4 minutes per batch. Remove each batch from skillet and place on a paper towel-lined plate.
4.In a small saucepan, whisk cooking rice wine, rice vinegar, soy sauce, gochujang, honey, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and black pepper. Heat over medium-high heat until simmering.
5.Toss cooked chicken with sauce until each piece is coated in the sauce. Garnish with chopped peanuts and green onion. Serve hot.

PROS

Dakgangjeong chicken is delicious, crispy, and tender.
The sweet and spicy sauce gives it a unique flavor that will leave your taste buds wanting more.

This recipe provides a healthier alternative to traditional fried chicken by using buttermilk and cornstarch as opposed to flour and eggs.

CONS

This recipe requires frying the chicken in oil, which makes it high in calories and fat.

The dish does contain added sugars and may not be suitable for those on a low sugar diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

The chicken provides a good source of protein, while the garlic and ginger in the recipe have numerous health benefits, such as boosting the immune system and reducing inflammation.
Furthermore, gochujang, a traditional Korean spicy paste, is rich in capsaicin which has been linked to improving heart health and supporting weight loss efforts.

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