Dakgangjeong (Korean Crispy Fried Chicken Bites)

Crispy, crunchy Korean fried chicken bites coated in a sticky, sweet, savory, and slightly spicy sauce. This recipe uses boneless, skinless chicken thighs for juicy, quick-cooking pieces, double-fried for extra crunch and tossed in a gochujang-based sauce.

IntermediateKoreanServes 4

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Source Video
45m
Prep
23m
Cook
10m
Cleanup
1h 18m
Total

Cost Breakdown

Total cost:$9.79
Per serving:$2.45

Critical Success Points

  • Cook and Thicken Sauce
  • Dredge Chicken in Starch
  • Heat Oil for Frying
  • First Frying
  • Second Frying
  • Reheat Sauce and Coat Chicken

Safety Warnings

  • Hot oil can cause burns and splatters. Use a splatter screen and keep children away.
  • Never leave hot oil unattended.
  • Dispose of oil properly; do not pour down the drain.