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Spicy Korean Chicken Katsu

Crispy Spicy Korean Chicken Katsu That'll Ignite Your Tastebuds

Discover Spicy Korean Chicken Katsu, a blend of crispy fried chicken and bold flavors that will ignite your tastebuds.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 pieces
Course: Chicken
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 500
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Sauce
  • ¼ cup Soy Sauce Provides a rich umami flavor and saltiness.
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Adds zesty acidity.
  • 2 tablespoons Sugar Balances the heat.
  • 1 tablespoon Honey Brings extra sweetness.
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang (Korean hot sauce) The star ingredient.
  • 2 cloves Garlic, minced Infuses depth.
  • 1 teaspoon Fresh Ginger, minced Adds warmth and complexity.
For the Chicken
  • 2 pieces Chicken Breasts Main protein, slice horizontally.
  • 1 cup Flour Crucial coating for adherence.
  • 1 teaspoon Garlic Powder Elevates breading flavor.
  • ½ teaspoon Salt Enhances flavors.
  • ⅛ teaspoon Black Pepper Adds subtle heat.
  • 2 pieces Eggs Acts as a binder.
  • 1 cup Panko Breadcrumbs Provides crispy texture.
  • ¼ - ½ cup Oil Essential for frying.

Equipment

  • Frying Pan
  • Medium bowl
  • Large Plate

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. In a medium frying pan, combine ¼ cup soy sauce, 2 tablespoons rice vinegar, 2 tablespoons sugar, 1 tablespoon honey, 2 tablespoons gochujang, 2 minced garlic cloves, and 1 teaspoon minced ginger. Heat until boiling, then simmer for 1 minute.
  2. Butterfly the chicken breasts by slicing them in half horizontally. Pound to uniform thickness.
  3. Set up a breading station: plate 1 with 1 cup seasoned flour, plate 2 with 2 beaten eggs, and plate 3 with 1 cup of panko breadcrumbs.
  4. Dredge each piece of chicken in flour, dip in eggs, then coat with panko breadcrumbs.
  5. Heat ¼ to ½ cup of oil in a pan. Fry chicken pieces for 3-4 minutes on each side until golden brown.
  6. Warm the sauce gently over low heat. Dip fried chicken in sauce, slice, and serve over jasmine rice.

Nutrition

Serving: 1pieceCalories: 500kcalCarbohydrates: 50gProtein: 30gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 3gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 1000mgPotassium: 800mgFiber: 2gSugar: 10gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 40mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For extra flavor, serve with steamed jasmine rice or pickled vegetables. Ensure oil is hot enough for proper frying.

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