Spice up your mealtime with Korean Braised Chicken
Dive into the delicious world of Korean Spicy Braised Chicken—a dish packed with flavor and comfort. Tender chicken pieces simmered in a spicy, aromatic sauce featuring gochujang, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, crafting a rich and addictive taste. Versatile and customizable, you can tailor it with your preferred chicken cuts and veggies. Serve it as a hearty main course with rice and kimchi for a cozy meal shared with loved ones. Experience the warmth and flavor of Korean cuisine at its finest.
Recipe
Dive into the delicious world of Korean Spicy Braised Chicken—a dish packed with flavor and comfort. Tender chicken pieces simmered in a spicy, fragrant sauce featuring gochujang, soy sauce, garlic, and ginger, crafting a rich and addictive taste. Protean and customizable, you can tailor it with your preferred chicken cuts and veggies.
Ingredients
Execution
01
Heat oil, garlic, and ginger: Heat the oil in a large pot or Dutch oven over medium heat. Add the garlic and sliced ginger and toss until they sizzle and smell fantastic, which should take about a minute.
02
Brown chicken: Now, add your chicken pieces and let them dance around in the pot until they get a nice light brown color on all sides, which should take 5 to 7 minutes.
03
Add vegetables: It’s time to add the sliced onions, potatoes, carrots, and green onions to the mix with the chicken. Let them all get cozy together.
04
Prepare sauce:In a small bowl, mix together the gochujang, soy sauce, brown sugar, and sesame oil. Once they’re all mixed up, pour the sauce over the chicken and veggies in the pot.
05
Add water: Now, pour about a cup of water into the pot, making sure everyone is nicely submerged in the liquid.
06
Simmer covered: Once everything’s bubbling nicely, lower the heat, cover the pot, and let it all simmer together for about 30 to 40 minutes. You want the chicken fully cooked and the veggies nice and soft.
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Thicken sauce: When everything’s cooked through, remove the lid and let the sauce simmer for 10 to 15 minutes until it thickens.
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Serve with rice: Serve your piping hot Korean Spicy Braised Chicken over steamed rice, and sprinkle on some sesame seeds and chopped green onions for that extra touch.
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Enjoy: Now comes the best part—dig in and enjoy this delicious and comforting meal with your favorite people.
Additional Tips
- For a more intense and delicious flavor, consider marinating the chicken in the sauce mixture for a few hours or overnight before cooking.
- Korean cuisine is known for its spicy flavors. Adjust the amount of gochujang (Korean chili paste) to suit your taste. Add less for a milder dish or more for a spicier kick.