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Yangnyeom Tongdak: Korean Sweet-Spicy Glazed Chicken
Experience the authentic flavors of Korea with this home-style recipe for Yangnyeom Tongdak. This dish is beloved in Korea and worldwide for its crispy chicken wings coated in a mouth-watering, sticky sweet and spicy glaze. The glaze is a symphony of flavors, combining the heat of gochujang, the sweetness of honey, and the tangy punch of rice vinegar, all balanced perfectly with the savory depth of soy sauce. Garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions, this dish is a true delight for the senses.
Ingredients
- 1 kg Chicken wings
- 1/2 cup Cornstarch
- For frying Vegetable oil
- 2 tablespoons Gochujang (korean red pepper paste)
- 1/4 cup Soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons Honey
- 1 tablespoon Rice vinegar
- 2 cloves, minced Garlic
- 1 inch piece, grated Ginger
- 2 stalks, chopped Green onions
- 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame seeds
Dietary Notes
- Servings: 4
- Dish Type: Main
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 30 minutes
- Calories: 470
- Fat: 30g
- Carbs: 20g
- Protein: 30g
- Sodium: 1000mg
- Sugar: 10g
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine chicken wings with cornstarch. Toss until wings are evenly coated.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large pot to 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the chicken wings in batches for about 10-12 minutes, until golden brown and crispy. Drain on paper towels.
- In a separate bowl, whisk together soy sauce, gochujang, honey, rice vinegar, minced garlic, and grated ginger.
- Heat a small saucepan over medium heat. Pour in the sauce mixture and cook for 2-3 minutes, stirring constantly, until the sauce thickens.
- Add the crispy chicken wings to the saucepan, tossing them until they are evenly coated in the glaze.
- Garnish the chicken with toasted sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Serve immediately and enjoy this authentic taste of Korea at home!
Tips
- For an extra crispy coating, double fry the chicken wings. After the initial frying, increase the temperature of the oil and fry them again for 2-3 minutes.
- Substitute gochujang with sriracha or any other hot sauce if it's not available. However, it's the gochujang that provides the authentic Korean flavor.