Crafting Steve's Fiery Magma Lava-Roasted Chicken!🌋🍗

Ingredients

• 1 pound Boneless Skinless Chicken Thighs (cut into bite‑size pieces)
• 1/2 cup All-Purpose Flour (for coating)
• 1/4 cup Cornstarch (mix with flour for extra crispness)
• 1/2 teaspoon Salt
• 1/4 teaspoon Black Pepper (freshly ground)
• 3 pieces Garlic Cloves (minced)
• 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger (grated)
• 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean Chili Paste) (spicy and slightly sweet)
• 1 tablespoon Soy Sauce (low‑sodium preferred)
• 1 tablespoon Honey (balances heat)
• 1 teaspoon Rice Vinegar
• 1 teaspoon Sesame Oil (to finish sauce)
• 2 cups Vegetable Oil (for deep‑frying, neutral flavor)
• 2 stalks Green Onions (thinly sliced for garnish)
• 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds (toasted, for garnish)

Instructions

1. Prep Chicken

   Trim any excess fat from the chicken thighs, then cut into bite‑size pieces. Place the pieces in a large mixing bowl, add salt, pepper, half of the minced garlic, and half of the grated ginger; toss to coat evenly.

   Time: PT5M

2. Make Coating Mix

   In a separate shallow bowl, whisk together the all‑purpose flour and cornstarch. Dredge each seasoned chicken piece in the flour mixture, shaking off excess.

   Time: PT3M

3. Heat Oil

   Add vegetable oil to the deep frying pan to a depth of about 1½ inches. Heat over medium‑high heat until the oil reaches 350°F (175°C).

   Time: PT5M

   Temperature: 350°F

4. Fry Chicken

   Carefully add a batch of coated chicken pieces to the hot oil. Fry for 3‑4 minutes, turning once, until the exterior is golden‑brown and the interior reaches 165°F (74°C). Remove with tongs and drain on paper towels.

   Time: PT8M

   Temperature: 350°F

5. Prepare Lava Sauce

   While the chicken fries, combine gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, the remaining garlic, remaining ginger, and sesame oil in a saucepan. Bring to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly, for 3‑4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.

   Time: PT5M

6. Toss Chicken in Sauce

   Transfer the fried chicken pieces to a large bowl, pour the hot lava sauce over them, and toss quickly until every piece is evenly coated.

   Time: PT2M

7. Garnish and Serve

   Arrange the coated chicken on a serving platter, sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions over the top. Serve immediately while still hot and crunchy.

   Time: PT2M

Nutrition Facts

Calories

350

Protein

25g

Carbohydrates

20g

Fat

18g

Fiber

1g