Korean Fried Chicken (Yangnyeom)

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Chicken wings
• 0.5 cup Potato starch
• 0.5 tsp Salt
• 0.5 tsp Black pepper
• 3 tbsp Gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tbsp Ketchup
• 0.25 cup Honey
• 1 tbsp Soy sauce
• 1 tbsp Minced garlic
• 4 cups Vegetable oil
• 1 tsp Toasted sesame seeds(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. Season with salt and black pepper.

2. 2

   Coat the chicken thoroughly in potato starch, shaking off any excess.

3. 3

   Heat oil in a deep pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry chicken in batches for 7-8 minutes until light golden brown. Remove and drain on a wire rack.

4. 4

   Increase oil temperature to 375°F (190°C). Fry the chicken a second time for 2-3 minutes until deep golden and very crunchy.

5. 5

   In a separate pan, combine gochujang, ketchup, honey, soy sauce, and garlic. Simmer over low heat until thickened and bubbly.

6. 6

   Toss the hot fried chicken in the sauce until evenly coated. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve immediately.