Korean Chicken Wings, also known as Yangnyeom Dak (양념 닭), are crispy fried chicken wings tossed in a sweet, spicy, and savory sauce. They’re a delicious combination of flavors and textures that make them irresistible! Here’s a recipe to make these wings at home:
Korean Chicken Wings (Yangnyeom Dak) Recipe
Ingredients:
For the chicken wings:
- 1 kg (2.2 lbs) chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats
- ½ cup potato starch or cornstarch (for crispy coating)
- Salt and pepper, to season
- Oil, for frying
For the sauce:
- 2 tbsp gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp honey (or corn syrup)
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 tsp sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp water (to thin the sauce if needed)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds (for garnish)
- 1 green onion, finely chopped (for garnish)
Instructions:
- Prepare the chicken wings:
- Rinse and pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. This helps them become extra crispy.
- Season the wings with salt and pepper.
- Coat the wings evenly with potato starch or cornstarch. Shake off any excess starch.
- Fry the wings:
- Heat oil in a deep frying pan or a deep fryer to about 350°F (175°C).
- Fry the wings in batches for about 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
- Remove the wings and drain them on a wire rack or paper towels.
- For extra crispiness, double fry the wings by frying them a second time for 2-3 minutes after they’ve cooled slightly.
- Make the sauce:
- In a small saucepan, combine gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger.
- Heat the sauce over medium heat, stirring continuously until it thickens slightly (about 2-3 minutes). If the sauce is too thick, add a tablespoon of water to thin it out.
- Coat the wings:
- Toss the fried wings in the sauce until they’re evenly coated. You can use a large bowl to do this easily.
- Garnish and serve:
- Garnish the wings with sesame seeds and chopped green onions.
- Serve hot, and enjoy your crispy, sweet, and spicy Korean chicken wings!
These wings are perfect for gatherings or game day snacks, with a flavor profile that’s hard to resist!