Korean Chicken Sandwich Recipe
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Ingredients
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Chicken Marinade
Fried Chicken Coating
Sandwich Assembly
Method
Marinate the Chicken
- 1
Prepare Marinade
In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, gochugaru, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil to create the marinade.
- 2
Marinate Chicken
Add the boneless chicken thighs to the marinade, ensuring they are well-coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight for maximum flavor.
Prepare the Chicken Coating
- 3
Mix Dry Ingredients
In a large mixing bowl, combine all-purpose flour, cornstarch, baking powder, and salt. Mix well.
- 4
Make Batter
Gradually add cold water to the dry mixture, whisking until you achieve a smooth batter consistency.
Fry the Chicken
- 5
Heat Oil
Heat oil in a deep frying pan or a pot over medium-high heat until it reaches 180°C (350°F).
- 6
Batter Chicken
Remove the marinated chicken from the refrigerator. Dip each piece into the batter, allowing excess to drip off.
- 7
Fry Chicken
Carefully place the battered chicken into the hot oil. Fry in batches for about 5-7 minutes, or until golden brown and cooked through. Use a meat thermometer to ensure they reach an internal temperature of 75°C (165°F).
- 8
Drain Chicken
Once cooked, remove the fried chicken and place it on a plate lined with paper towels to absorb excess oil.
Assemble the Sandwich
- 9
Prepare Buns
Spread 1 tablespoon of mayonnaise on the bottom half of each brioche bun.
- 10
Add Chicken
Place a piece of fried chicken on top of the mayonnaise on each bun.
- 11
Add Toppings
Top the chicken with shredded cabbage, pickles, and chopped green onions.
- 12
Complete Sandwich
Cover with the top half of the bun to complete the sandwich.
