Sweet Spicy Gochujang Chicken

30m
Serves 1
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Directions

  1. 1Add diced chicken thighs to a bowl.
  2. 2Add cornstarch to the chicken.
  3. 3Mix well.
  4. 4Add avocado oil to a hot pan set over medium heat.
  5. 5Add coated chicken to the hot pan.
  6. 6Fry on both sides until golden crispy brown.
  7. 7Transfer the fried chicken to a plate.
  8. 8Add sliced red onion to the pan.
  9. 9Add minced garlic.
  10. 10Add sesame seeds.
  11. 11Add gochujang.
  12. 12Add sugar.
  13. 13Add sesame oil.
  14. 14Add soy sauce.
  15. 15Mix well.
  16. 16Add water.
  17. 17Reduce sauce until thick.
  18. 18Add fried chicken to the sauce.
  19. 19Mix well until the chicken is coated in the sauce.
  20. 20Remove off heat and serve.
  21. 21Garnish with sesame seeds and green onion.

Ingredients

  • 6 chicken thighs, diced
  • 0.25 cup cornstarch
  • 0.25 cup avocado oil
  • 0.5 red onion, sliced
  • 0.5 tbsp garlic minced
  • 2 tbsp sesame seeds
  • 2 tbsp gochujang
  • 2 tbsp sugar
  • 0.75 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 0.25 cup water
  • green onion

Equipment

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Tips

  • For less spicy gochujang chicken, add 1 tbsp of gochujang instead of 2 tbsp.