Korean Fried Chicken Sliders

Ingredients

• 2 pieces Boneless chicken thighs
• 1/2 cup Buttermilk
• 1/2 cup All-purpose flour
• 1/4 cup Cornstarch
• 2 tbsp Gochujang
• 2 tbsp Honey
• 1 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 cloves Garlic, minced
• 4 pieces Slider buns
• 2 cups Vegetable oil
• 8 slices Pickled cucumber slices(optional)
• 1 tsp Sesame seeds(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Cut each chicken thigh into 2 pieces and soak in buttermilk for 10 minutes.

2. 2

   Mix flour, cornstarch, salt, and pepper in a shallow dish. Dredge the chicken pieces until well coated.

3. 3

   Heat vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C) in a heavy pot. Fry chicken in batches for 6-8 minutes until golden and cooked through, then drain on paper towels.

4. 4

   While chicken fries, combine gochujang, honey, soy sauce, garlic, and 1 tbsp water in a small saucepan. Simmer 3-4 minutes until sticky.

5. 5

   Toss the fried chicken in the sauce until evenly glazed.

6. 6

   Toast the slider buns cut-side down in a dry pan for 1-2 minutes.

7. 7

   Assemble sliders with pickles on the bottom bun, saucy chicken, and a sprinkle of sesame seeds. Serve immediately.