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Crispy Beginner Korean Fried Chicken Recipe with Sweet Chili Sauce

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A beginner-friendly Korean fried chicken recipe featuring a double-fry technique for extra crispiness and a sweet chili sauce glaze that balances sweetness and spice perfectly.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (120g)
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch (60g)
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
  • 1 teaspoon garlic powder
  • 2 large eggs, beaten
  • 1/2 cup buttermilk or regular milk (120ml)
  • About 4 cups vegetable or canola oil (1 liter) for frying
  • 1/2 cup store-bought sweet chili sauce (120ml)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken pieces dry with paper towels.
  2. In a bowl, combine chicken with buttermilk (or milk), salt, pepper, and garlic powder. Marinate for at least 10 minutes or up to 30 minutes.
  3. In another bowl, whisk together all-purpose flour, cornstarch, and a pinch of salt.
  4. Beat the eggs in a shallow dish.
  5. Dip marinated chicken pieces in the beaten eggs, then coat thoroughly in the flour mixture.
  6. Heat oil in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
  7. Fry chicken pieces in batches for 4–5 minutes until pale golden and cooked through. Avoid overcrowding.
  8. Transfer fried chicken to a wire rack to drain excess oil and rest for a few minutes.
  9. Increase oil temperature to 375°F (190°C). Fry chicken again in batches for 2–3 minutes until deep golden and extra crispy.
  10. Immediately toss hot chicken pieces in sweet chili sauce until evenly coated.
  11. Serve hot, optionally garnished with sliced green onions or sesame seeds.

Notes

Keep oil temperature steady at 350°F for the first fry and increase to 375°F for the second fry to achieve the perfect crispy texture. Dry chicken pieces well before marinating to help the batter stick. Avoid overcrowding the frying pot to prevent greasy chicken. Toss chicken in sweet chili sauce immediately after frying for best coating. Let chicken rest uncovered if not crispy enough after frying.

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Keywords: Korean fried chicken, crispy fried chicken, sweet chili sauce, double-fry chicken, beginner fried chicken recipe, Korean cuisine, easy fried chicken

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