Spicy Gochujang Chicken Wings with Sesame and Scallions

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Crispy chicken wings tossed in a spicy-sweet Korean gochujang sauce, garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions for a flavorful snack or appetizer. This Korean recipe, ready in about 45 minutes, pairs chicken wings, vegetable oil, gochujang (Korean chili paste) for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 320 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: 10 min Cook: 35 min Serves 4 Korean cuisine 320 cal/serving
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Ingredients

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Instructions

  1. Step 1: Preheat oven to 425°F. Pat dry 2 pounds chicken wings and toss with 2 tablespoons vegetable oil, ensuring each wing is evenly coated.
  2. Step 2: Arrange wings on a wire rack placed over a baking sheet and bake for 35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until skin is crisp and golden.
  3. Step 3: While wings bake, whisk together 3 tablespoons gochujang, 2 tablespoons soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, 1 tablespoon rice vinegar, 3 minced garlic cloves, 1 teaspoon grated ginger, and 2 tablespoons water in a small bowl until smooth.
  4. Step 4: Once wings are cooked, transfer them to a large bowl and pour the prepared sauce over them. Toss thoroughly to coat each wing in the spicy glaze.
  5. Step 5: Sprinkle 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds and 2 thinly sliced scallions over the wings before serving to add a nutty crunch and fresh aroma.

Frequently asked questions

How long does Spicy Gochujang Chicken Wings with Sesame and Scallions take to make?

Total time is about 45 minutes (10 min prep + 35 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 Spicy Gochujang Chicken Wings with Sesame and Scallions?

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 Spicy Gochujang Chicken Wings with Sesame and Scallions?

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 Spicy Gochujang Chicken Wings with Sesame and Scallions 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 Spicy Gochujang Chicken Wings with Sesame and Scallions?

Korean korean 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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