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Crispy Korean Gochujang honey wings garnished with sesame seeds and green onions on a wooden platter.
Alyssa

Crispy Korean Gochujang Honey Wings

These Gochujang Honey chicken wings are juicy on the inside and crispy on the outside, perfectly coated in a sweet, spicy, and tangy sauce.
Prep Time 1 hour
Cook Time 30 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 1 hour 40 minutes
Servings: 4 people
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Asian
Calories: 710

Ingredients
  

  • 2 lbs chicken wings
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1/2 tsp white pepper
  • 4 cloves garlic (grated)
  • 1 inch ginger (grated)
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 1 cup flour
  • 1 cup cornstarch
  • 1/2 tbsp kosher salt
  • 1/2 tbsp white pepper
  • 1/2 tbsp baking powder
  • 2 tbsp neutral oil
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 1/4 cup gochujang
  • 2 tbsp brown sugar
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 3 cloves garlic (grated)
  • 1/2 tbsp ginger (grated)
  • 2 tbsp rice vinegar
  • 2 tbsp water

Method
 

  1. Marinate chicken wings in salt, white pepper, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil for 1-2 hours or overnight for best results.
  2. In a large bowl, add flour, cornstarch, kosher salt, white pepper, and baking powder. Mix until combined, then add marinade or 1-2 tbsp of water into the seasoning mix. Rub the mix together with the liquid to create craggily bits.
  3. Coat your wings into the seasoning mix, packing it well. Shake off excess and let rest on a sheet pan for 5-10 minutes while heating oil.
  4. Fry the wings in batches at 350°F for 6-8 minutes. Remove and set on a rack or paper towel to drain.
  5. Fry the wings a second time at 350°F for 1-2 minutes for extra crispiness.
  6. In a large pan, heat 2 tbsp of neutral oil. Add garlic, ginger, and gochujang. Fry for 30-45 seconds until fragrant. Add soy sauce, brown sugar, honey, rice vinegar, and water. Cook until bubbling and sugar is dissolved.
  7. Add wings to the sauce and toss to coat. Serve immediately & enjoy!

Notes

These wings are a delicious blend of sweet, spicy, and tangy flavors perfect for any gathering.