Ingredients

1 lb chicken wings ( sectioned )
1/3 cup potatoes or 1/3 cup cornstarch
1/2 cup milk
1 teaspoon salt
1 tablespoon ground black pepper
vegetable oil ( for deep frying )
2 tablespoons fine ground red chili pepper
2 tablespoons soy sauce
2 tablespoons sugar ( or honey , or corn syrup )
1 tablespoon rice vinegar ( or wine )
4 cloves peeled garlic
1/2 inch peeled fresh gingerroot
2 tablespoons korean red pepper paste ( gochujang )
water , as needed to obtain a thin paste
1 spring onion
1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
Korean cuisine is famous for its spicy and flavorful dishes, and these Korean Spicy Chicken Wings are no exception. This dish is great for a game day appetizer or as a main course for a family feast. The crispy golden brown wings coated in a delicious spicy Korean sauce make for the perfect combination of flavors. A great advantage of this recipe is that it's easy to double or triple the recipe for more guests. Korean cuisine has taken the world by storm, and these Korean Spicy Chicken Wings are a must-try for any spice lover out there!

Instructions

1.In a mixing bowl, mix the chicken wings with potatoes or cornstarch, milk, salt, and ground black pepper. Mix well, until each wing is coated.
2.Heat vegetable oil in a large deep skillet over medium-high heat until hot.
3.Working in batches, deep fry chicken wings until golden brown and cooked through, about 10-15 minutes per batch. Transfer wings to a paper towel-lined plate and let rest.
4.In a blender, puree garlic and ginger. In a mixing bowl, whisk red chili pepper, soy sauce, sugar, rice vinegar, gochujang, garlic-ginger paste, and water until a thin paste is formed
5.In a separate large mixing bowl, mix the chicken wings with the spicy Korean sauce until each wing is coated. Garnish with spring onions and sesame seeds.
6.Enjoy your delicious Korean Spicy Chicken Wings with your favorite dip!

PROS

The spicy Korean sauce in these chicken wings is the perfect blend of hot and sweet, making these wings a sure hit at any party.

With crispy golden brown outsides, these wings are juicy, tender, and flavorful on the inside.

Freeze any leftover chicken wings for a quick and easy snack.

CONS

Deep frying wings makes them high in calories and fat.
Enjoy in moderation as part of a balanced diet.

HEALTH & BENEFITS

While not the healthiest food option, chicken wings are a good source of protein.
The garlic, ginger, and gochujang in the Korean sauce have been linked to several health benefits, including fighting off infections, reducing inflammation, and aiding with digestion.

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