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Spicy Korean Gochujang Chicken Wings

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These spicy Korean gochujang chicken wings are quick, easy, and packed with bold, sticky, and flavorful glaze that balances sweet, spicy, and umami notes perfectly.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, split at the joint and tips removed if preferred
  • 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated ginger
  • 1 teaspoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
  • 2 stalks green onions, thinly sliced (for garnish)

Instructions

  1. Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove excess moisture and arrange them in a large bowl.
  2. In a small bowl, whisk together 1 tablespoon gochujang, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, minced garlic, and grated ginger. Toss the wings in this marinade and let them sit for at least 15 minutes or up to 1 hour in the fridge for deeper flavor.
  3. Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C). Place a wire rack over a baking sheet and arrange wings in a single layer.
  4. Roast wings for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden, crispy, and cooked through (internal temperature 165°F or 74°C).
  5. While wings roast, combine remaining 2 tablespoons gochujang, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, 1 tablespoon honey, rice vinegar, and sesame oil in a small saucepan. Warm over low heat, stirring until smooth and glossy (3-5 minutes).
  6. Once wings are out of the oven, immediately toss them in the warm gochujang glaze until evenly coated.
  7. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions on top and serve hot.

Notes

Pat wings dry before marinating to ensure crispiness. Use a wire rack for even roasting. Warm the glaze to smooth texture and better coating. For extra crispiness, broil wings for 2 minutes after glazing but watch closely to avoid burning. Leftovers store well up to 3 days in the fridge; reheat in oven or skillet to keep skin crisp.

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