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Sweet & Spicy Korean Chicken Bites

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Sweet & Spicy Korean Chicken Bites are crispy, bite-sized pieces of chicken tossed in a sticky gochujang-based sauce that delivers bold heat with a touch of sweetness.

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb (450g) boneless, skinless chicken thighs or breasts, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/4 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1/2 cup cold water
  • Vegetable oil, for frying
  • 2 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon brown sugar
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish

Instructions

  1. In a medium bowl, mix cornstarch, flour, salt, and pepper. Gradually add cold water and whisk until smooth to form a batter.
  2. Heat about 2 inches of vegetable oil in a deep skillet or pot over medium-high heat.
  3. Dip chicken pieces into the batter and fry in batches until golden and crispy, about 5–6 minutes. Drain on paper towels.
  4. In a small saucepan, combine gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, sesame oil, and ginger. Simmer over low heat for 3–4 minutes until thickened.
  5. Toss fried chicken bites in the sauce until evenly coated.
  6. Transfer to a serving plate and garnish with sesame seeds and green onions.

Notes

  • Adjust the amount of gochujang to control the spice level.
  • Best served immediately for maximum crispiness.
  • Great as an appetizer or served with rice for a main dish.

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Keywords: Korean chicken, spicy chicken bites, gochujang chicken, sweet and spicy, Korean appetizer

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