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Korean Popcorn Chicken

Korean Popcorn Chicken
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Experience irresistible Korean Popcorn Chicken that’s crispy, spicy, and utterly delightful. Try this easy recipe today for a delicious treat!

Ingredients

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  • 1 lb chicken breast
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or gluten-free alternative)
  • ¼ cup cornstarch (or potato starch)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • ½ tsp white pepper
  • 1½ tsp salt
  • 1 tsp chicken stock powder (or vegetable stock powder)
  • 2 tbsp water
  • Cooking oil for frying
  • ¼ cup gochujang paste
  • ½ cup ketchup
  • 1 tbsp sesame oil
  • Sesame seeds for garnish

Instructions

  1. Cut the chicken breast into bite-sized pieces and season with salt and pepper.
  2. In a large bowl, mix together flour, cornstarch, garlic powder, white pepper, salt, and chicken stock powder.
  3. Gradually add water to the dry ingredients until you achieve a thick batter.
  4. Heat cooking oil in a deep pot or fryer to about 350°F (175°C).
  5. Coat each piece of marinated chicken in the batter and fry in batches until golden brown (about 5 minutes).
  6. In a separate bowl, combine gochujang paste, ketchup, and sesame oil to create the sauce.
  7. Toss the fried chicken pieces in the sauce until well-coated and garnish with sesame seeds.

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Find it online: https://kitchenmealplan.com/korean-popcorn-chicken/