Super Crispy Korean Fried Chicken with Red Gochujang Sauce (Dakgangjeong)

Steps

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1. 1
   Cut 600g of boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces; you may leave the skin on or remove it to your preference.
   ▶ ≈1:22
2. 2
   In a large bowl, combine 0.5 tbsp salt, 1 tbsp sugar, 1 tbsp chicken bouillon powder, 1 tbsp garlic powder, 1 tbsp onion powder, 0.5 tbsp cayenne pepper, 1 tbsp vinegar, 0.5 tsp black pepper, and 3 cups water. Mix well.
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3. 3
   Add all chicken pieces to the brine and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.
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4. 4
   Combine 2 tsp gochujang, 0.5 tbsp Korean chili pepper flakes, 1 tbsp soy sauce, 0.5 tbsp oyster sauce, 1 tbsp sugar, 6 tbsp corn syrup, 1 tbsp minced garlic, 2 tbsp ketchup, 1 tbsp mirin, and 3 tbsp water in a small container; mix well.
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5. 5
   Chop green onion and peanuts; set aside for garnish.
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6. 6
   In a large bowl, whisk together 1 cup all-purpose flour, 1 cup potato starch, and a generous pinch of salt.
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7. 7
   Transfer half of the dry mixture to another bowl, add 1 cup cold water, and mix until combined to create a wet batter.
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8. 8
   Dip each drained chicken piece into the wet batter, then coat thoroughly with the dry batter.
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9. 9
   Fill a pot with oil and heat to 170°C (340°F). Gently lower the battered chicken pieces into the hot oil one by one and fry for about 4 minutes.
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10. 10
    Remove the fried chicken and drain on a wire rack. Repeat the frying process with the remaining chicken pieces.
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11. 11
    Increase the oil temperature to 180°C (355°F) and fry the chicken pieces again for about 3 minutes until golden brown and crispy throughout.
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12. 12
    Place the fried chicken on a wire rack to rest.
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13. 13
    Heat 1 tbsp oil in a wok or large pan over medium heat. Pour in the sauce and stir for about 2 minutes until it comes to a boil and bubbles.
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14. 14
    Add all the fried chicken to the sauce and toss together for about 2 minutes until evenly coated and glossy.
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15. 15
    Transfer the coated chicken to a serving plate and garnish with chopped green onion and peanuts.
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