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Hearty Gezonde Korean Fried Chicken glazed in spicy sauce, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions on a serving plate.

Hearty Gezonde Korean Fried Chicken

Hearty Gezonde Korean Fried Chicken is a lighter, home-style version of the classic Korean favourite, combining crispy chicken with a glossy sweet-and-spicy gochujang sauce. It delivers bold flavour and satisfying crunch while using healthier cooking methods like baking or air frying instead of deep frying.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Total Time 45 minutes
Servings: 4
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 380
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

  • 1 lb boneless chicken thighs or chicken breast
  • 3 cloves garlic
  • 1 tablespoon fresh ginger
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • ½ tablespoon black pepper
  • 4 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons whole-wheat flour
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 tablespoon olive oil or cooking spray
  • 2 green onions
  • 1 teaspoon sesame seeds

Method
 

  1. Cut the chicken into evenly sized bite-sized pieces and pat dry with a paper towel.
  2. Mix garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and black pepper in a bowl, add the chicken, and toss to coat. Marinate for 15 to 20 minutes.
  3. Lightly coat the marinated chicken with cornstarch and whole-wheat flour if using.
  4. Preheat the oven or air fryer, spray the chicken lightly with olive oil, and cook in a single layer, turning halfway, until golden and fully cooked.
  5. In a small pan over low heat, combine gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, garlic, and sesame oil, and simmer gently until slightly thickened.
  6. Toss the cooked chicken in the warm sauce until evenly coated.
  7. Garnish with sliced green onions and sesame seeds before serving.

Notes

  • Chicken thighs give a juicier result, while chicken breast keeps the dish leaner.
  • Baking or air frying reduces oil while maintaining crispness.
  • Adjust the gochujang amount to control spice level.
  • Serve with steamed vegetables, brown rice, or a fresh salad.
  • One serving equals one generous bowl, about 250 g of cooked chicken.