Cheesy Korean Fried Chicken 🍗🧀
Ingredients:
For the Fried Chicken:
8-10 pieces of chicken wings or drumsticks
1 cup all-purpose flour
1/2 cup cornstarch
1 tsp baking powder
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tsp onion powder
Salt and black pepper to taste
1 egg
1 cup cold water
Oil for frying (vegetable or canola oil)
For the Sauce:
1/4 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup honey
1 tbsp rice vinegar
1 tbsp sesame oil
1 tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
1 tbsp ketchup
2 cloves garlic (minced)
1 tbsp grated ginger
For the Cheese Sauce:
1/2 cup shredded mozzarella cheese
1/2 cup cheddar cheese
1/4 cup heavy cream
1 tbsp butter
1/2 tsp garlic powder
Salt and pepper to taste
For Garnish:
Fresh parsley (optional)
Instructions:
Prepare the Fried Chicken:
In a large bowl, combine the flour, cornstarch, baking powder, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, and pepper.
In a separate bowl, whisk the egg with the cold water.
Coat each piece of chicken first in the egg wash, then dredge it in the flour mixture until fully coated.
Heat the oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to 350°F (175°C). Fry the chicken pieces in batches, cooking for 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
Make the Sauce:
In a saucepan, combine the soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, gochujang, ketchup, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
Bring the mixture to a simmer over medium heat and cook for 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
Toss the fried chicken in the sauce to coat each piece evenly.
Make the Cheese Sauce:
In a separate saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat.
Add the heavy cream and bring to a simmer, stirring constantly.
Stir in the shredded mozzarella and cheddar cheeses, and continue to cook until the cheese is fully melted and the sauce is smooth.
Season with garlic powder, salt, and pepper to taste.
Assemble the Dish:
Arrange the sauced-up fried chicken on a serving plate.
Drizzle the creamy cheese sauce over the chicken generously, or serve it on the side for dipping.
Garnish with fresh parsley for a pop of color.
Serve and Enjoy:
Serve the cheesy, spicy, crispy chicken with your favorite sides or over steamed rice. Enjoy your Cheesy Korean Fried Chicken!
This recipe delivers a crispy, crunchy, and creamy experience, combining the richness of cheese with the heat of gochujang sauce. Perfect for a hearty meal!