Description
This Crispy Hawaiian Style Korean Fried Chicken is a fusion of crispy, juicy chicken with a flavorful, sweet, and savory sauce. The chicken is coated in a crispy, golden crust, while the Hawaiian-inspired sauce delivers a perfect balance of heat, sweetness, and umami. A delicious and irresistible dish for any occasion!
Ingredients
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For the Chicken:
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- ¾ cup cornstarch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- ½ teaspoon salt
For the Hawaiian Sauce:
- ½ cup soy sauce
- ½ cup green onions, diced
- ⅓ cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
- 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix the cornstarch, garlic powder, and salt. Toss the chicken thighs in the mixture, ensuring each piece is coated evenly.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat. Once the oil is hot, fry the chicken thighs in batches for 6-8 minutes per side, or until golden brown and crispy. Remove the chicken from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- While the chicken is frying, prepare the Hawaiian sauce. In a small saucepan, combine the soy sauce, green onions, brown sugar, chili garlic sauce, sesame seeds, minced garlic, honey, and sesame oil. Bring to a simmer over medium heat and cook for about 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Once the chicken is done, toss it in the prepared Hawaiian sauce until well-coated.
- Serve the crispy Hawaiian-style Korean fried chicken immediately, garnished with extra sesame seeds or chopped green onions if desired.
Notes
- You can adjust the level of spiciness by adding more or less chili garlic sauce, depending on your preference.
- For a lighter version, you can bake the chicken instead of frying it. Simply coat the chicken and bake at 400°F (200°C) for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.
- For extra crunch, you can double-dip the chicken in the cornstarch mixture before frying.
- Prep Time: 15 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main Course
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean, Hawaiian