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By Phil Jones

Korean Sweet & Spicy Chicken (Dakgangjeong)

Updated at: Mon, 08 Dec 2025 04:43:32 GMT

Nutrition balance score

Unbalanced
Glycemic Index
59
Moderate
Glycemic Load
27
High

Nutrition per serving

Calories657.8 kcal (33%)
Total Fat36.6 g (52%)
Carbs44.6 g (17%)
Sugars24.5 g (27%)
Protein35.6 g (71%)
Sodium1730.9 mg (87%)
Fiber0.7 g (2%)
% Daily Values based on a 2,000 calorie diet

Instructions

Prep The Chicken

Step 1
Season chicken with salt, pepper, and garlic powder.
Step 2
Toss with cornflour until every piece is coated.
Step 3
Set aside for 5 minutes to let the coating stick.

Cook The Chicken

Step 4
Heat 1–2 cm of oil in a pan
Step 5
Fry chicken in batches for 4–5 mins until golden & crispy
Step 6
Drain on paper towel

Make The Sauce

Step 7
In a frying pan or saucepan:
Step 8
Add gochujang, honey/sugar, soy sauce, vinegar, ketchup, garlic, and ginger.
Step 9
Heat on low, stirring until it bubbles slightly.
Step 10
Add 1–2 tbsp water if it gets too thick.
Step 11
Turn off heat and add sesame oil if using.

Coat The Chicken

Step 12
Add crispy chicken into the pan
Step 13
Toss until every piece is shiny and fully coated

Finish & Serve

Step 14
Garnish with:
Step 15
Sesame seeds
Step 16
Spring onions
Step 17
Optional crunchy roasted peanuts/almonds
Step 18
Serve with:
Step 19
Steamed rice
Step 20
Kimchi
Step 21
Or lettuce cups with rice (Korean style)

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