Korean Sweet Chili Chicken

A delicious Korean-style sweet chili fried chicken featuring crispy double-fried chicken coated in a flavorful sweet, spicy, and savory chili sauce with nuts. Perfect as a main dish or snack, pairs well with rice or beer.

IntermediateKoreanServes 4

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Source Video
20m
Prep
45m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 15m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$10.60
Per serving:$2.65

Critical Success Points

  • • Prepare the chicken by slicing thinly to avoid toughness.
  • • Marinate chicken in milk with seasoning for tenderness.
  • • Make the sweet chili sauce by boiling and thickening without adding water.
  • • Double coat the chicken with frying powder for extra crispiness.
  • • Fry chicken twice at 170°C to achieve golden brown and crispy texture.

Safety Warnings

  • • Be cautious when frying with hot oil to avoid burns.
  • • Maintain oil temperature to prevent oil splatter and burning.
  • • Use a thermometer to monitor oil temperature for safety and best results.
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