Kkanpunggi Spicy Garlic Fried Chicken

Ingredients

• 1.5 lbs Chicken thigh, bite-sized pieces
• 1 cup Potato starch
• 1 large Egg
• 3 tbsp Soy sauce
• 2 tbsp Rice wine vinegar
• 2 tbsp Sugar
• 6 cloves Garlic, minced
• 1 tsp Ginger, minced
• 5 pieces Dried red chili peppers, chopped
• 3 stalks Green onions, chopped
• 3 cups Vegetable oil for frying
• 2 tbsp Water

Instructions

1. 1

   Marinate chicken pieces with 1 tablespoon of soy sauce and a pinch of pepper for 15 minutes.

2. 2

   Coat the chicken with the beaten egg and then dredge thoroughly in potato starch until fully covered.

3. 3

   Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and deep-fry the chicken in batches for 5 minutes until light golden brown.

4. 4

   Remove chicken, increase heat to 375°F (190°C), and fry a second time for 2 minutes until extra crispy.

5. 5

   In a separate wok or large pan, heat 1 tablespoon of oil and sauté garlic, ginger, and dried chilies until fragrant.

6. 6

   Whisk together the remaining soy sauce, vinegar, sugar, and water, then pour into the wok to simmer.

7. 7

   Once the sauce thickens slightly, add the fried chicken and green onions to the pan.

8. 8

   Toss rapidly over high heat to coat every piece of chicken evenly with the sauce before serving.