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Korean Fried Chicken, and where to source it

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Pastured chicken wings and drumsticks fry up juicier, and a real gochujang gives the glaze its fermented heat instead of flat sugar-fire. The defining technique is the double fry: the first fry cooks the meat, the second, hotter fry drives out moisture for a crust that stays crisp even under sauce.

By Vince Gonzalez · Published July 2026 · Sourcing verified 5 Jul 2026

Prep25 min
Cook25 min
Makes4 servings
CuisineKorean
Cost$$
Dairy-free
Contains  gluten · soy
Make it gluten-free: swap in a gluten-free flour blend (check the other labels too).
The Ingredients — and where to get them
Cook for 4 servings
Chicken wings
Wings and drumettes give the best skin-to-meat ratio.
2 lb
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All-purpose flour
Cut with cornstarch and a splash of water for the craggy coat.
1 cup
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Gochujang
The fermented chile paste that defines the yangnyeom glaze.
3 tbsp
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Soy sauce
Rounds the glaze with savory depth.
2 tbsp
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Garlic, ginger & honey
Grated garlic and ginger plus honey build and balance the sauce.
as needed
Garlic → Ginger →
The Rundown
Greedometer ●●●●● A fair little treat
A reasonable little indulgence.
EffortSome doing
Cook it with
Air fryerOne-pot
The Method
  1. CoatPat the wings bone dry and toss in a flour-cornstarch mix with a spoon of water worked in for craggy nubs.
  2. First fryFry at 330F until cooked through and pale, about 8 minutes, then rest on a rack.
  3. Second fryBump the oil to 375F and fry again until deep gold and glassy-crisp. This is what makes it stay crunchy.
  4. Make the glazeSimmer gochujang, soy, honey, garlic and ginger into a glossy syrup.
  5. TossToss the hot wings in the warm glaze just before serving so they stay crisp, and finish with sesame seeds.
The Toolkit

Dutch oven · Frying thermometer · Wire rack

Straight Answers
Can you make Korean Fried Chicken in an air fryer? — Yes

Yes — this is exactly what an air fryer does well. Work in a single layer so the air can move, and shake or flip halfway for even crisping. It runs a touch faster than the oven, so check early.

Can you freeze Korean Fried Chicken? — Yes

Yes — it freezes well. Cool it fully, portion into airtight containers, and it keeps a few months; thaw in the fridge and reheat gently.

Can you make Korean Fried Chicken ahead of time? — Yes

Yes — it needs the chill time to set, so making it ahead is the whole point.

Is Korean Fried Chicken gluten-free? — Not as written

Not as written — it contains gluten. Make it gluten-free: swap in a gluten-free flour blend (check the other labels too).

Is Korean Fried Chicken vegan? — No

No — it contains meat, so it isn’t vegetarian or vegan.

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