Sticky Honey Gochujang Chicken (Printable Version)
Tender chicken thighs glazed in sweet honey and spicy gochujang, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.
# Ingredients Required:
→ Protein
01 -
700 grams boneless, skinless chicken thighs
→ Marinade
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60 milliliters gochujang (Korean chili paste)
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60 milliliters honey
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30 milliliters soy sauce
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30 milliliters rice vinegar
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15 milliliters sesame oil
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4 cloves garlic, minced
08 -
15 grams fresh ginger, grated
→ Cooking and Garnish
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15 milliliters vegetable oil
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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1 teaspoon (approximately 3 grams) toasted sesame seeds
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Sliced green onions, for garnish
→ Serving
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Cooked rice or noodles, as desired
# Guide to Cooking:
01 -
Cut chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces and season evenly with salt and black pepper.
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In a large mixing bowl, whisk together gochujang, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until fully combined.
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Add chicken pieces to the marinade, ensuring thorough coating. Cover and refrigerate for a minimum of 30 minutes, ideally up to 2 hours to enhance flavor penetration.
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Heat vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken, discarding any excess marinade. Sauté for 6-8 minutes until chicken is browned and cooked through, stirring occasionally.
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Transfer chicken to a serving dish. Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions. Serve immediately over cooked rice or noodles.
# Extra Suggestions:
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Marinating chicken for up to 2 hours intensifies the depth of flavor without compromising texture.