Hand-Battered Korean Fried Chicken Wings with Gochujang Glaze

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Juicy chicken wings hand-battered and fried to a golden crisp, then tossed in a spicy-sweet gochujang glaze for an irresistible Korean street food favorite. This korean-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs pounds chicken wings, all-purpose flour, cornstarch for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 450 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.

Prep: 15 min Cook: 25 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 450 cal/serving
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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Pat dry 2 pounds of chicken wings and season with 1 tsp salt. In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1/2 cup cornstarch, and 1 tsp baking powder. Gradually add 1 cup cold water, stirring until smooth to create a batter.
  2. Step 2: Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan to 350°F. Dip each seasoned wing into the batter, letting excess drip off, then carefully lower into hot oil. Fry in batches for 8-10 minutes until wings are golden and crisp, then transfer to a wire rack to drain.
  3. Step 3: In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine 3 tbsp gochujang, 2 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp honey, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 2 cloves minced garlic. Cook, stirring frequently, for 3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes glossy.
  4. Step 4: Toss the fried wings in the gochujang glaze until fully coated. Plate and garnish with 1 tsp sesame seeds and 2 tbsp thinly sliced green onions before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Hand-Battered Korean Fried Chicken Wings with Gochujang Glaze take to make?

Total time is about 40 minutes (15 min prep + 25 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.

How do I store leftover Hand-Battered Korean Fried Chicken Wings with Gochujang Glaze?

Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep pounds chicken wings from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Hand-Battered Korean Fried Chicken Wings with Gochujang Glaze?

Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.

How do I scale Hand-Battered Korean Fried Chicken Wings with Gochujang Glaze for a different number of people?

The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.

What goes well with Hand-Battered Korean Fried Chicken Wings with Gochujang Glaze?

Korean chicken like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.

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