Korean-Style Twice-Fried Chicken Wings with Sweet Soy Glaze

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Juicy chicken wings double-fried for extra crispness, coated in a sticky sweet soy glaze with garlic and ginger notes. This korean-inspired chicken ready in about 40 minutes pairs chicken wings, cornstarch, salt 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 lbs chicken wings with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss wings with 1 cup cornstarch, 1 tsp salt, and 1/2 tsp black pepper until evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large heavy pot to 350°F. Fry the wings in batches for 6 minutes until pale golden and just cooked through. Remove and drain on paper towels.
  3. Step 3: Increase oil temperature to 375°F. Fry the wings a second time for 2-3 minutes until deeply golden and extra crisp. Drain on fresh paper towels.
  4. Step 4: While wings cool slightly, whisk together 1/4 cup soy sauce, 3 tbsp brown sugar, 2 tsp minced garlic, 1 tsp grated fresh ginger, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 2 tbsp honey in a small saucepan. Simmer over medium heat for 5 minutes until thick and glossy.
  5. Step 5: Toss the twice-fried wings in the hot sweet soy glaze until fully coated. Sprinkle with 1 tbsp sesame seeds and 2 tbsp thinly sliced green onions before serving.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Korean-Style Twice-Fried Chicken Wings with Sweet Soy 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 Korean-Style Twice-Fried Chicken Wings with Sweet Soy 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 chicken wings from drying out.

Can I substitute ingredients in Korean-Style Twice-Fried Chicken Wings with Sweet Soy 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 Korean-Style Twice-Fried Chicken Wings with Sweet Soy 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 Korean-Style Twice-Fried Chicken Wings with Sweet Soy 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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