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The Fiery Bite: A Love Letter to Buldak, Korean Fire Chicken

Get ready to ignite your taste buds with Fiery Korean Buldak! This bold and flavorful dish combines tender chicken with a mouthwatering spicy sauce made from gochujang and gochugaru. It's the perfect dish for spice lovers who crave an authentic Korean kick! Serve it with steamed rice and your favorite side dishes for a delicious and satisfying meal.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 35 minutes
Servings: 2 servings
Course: Main Course
Cuisine: Korean
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken:
  • 2 boneless chicken breasts cut into bite-sized pieces
  • 2 tbsp soy sauce
  • 1 tbsp mirin sweet rice wine
For the Spicy Sauce:
  • 2 tbsp gochugaru Korean red pepper flakes
  • 2 tbsp gochujang Korean red pepper paste
  • 1 tbsp honey
  • 1 tsp sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
Optional Additions:
  • Rice cakes for extra texture
  • Chopped green onions for garnish

Method
 

Marinate the Chicken:
  1. In a bowl, mix soy sauce and mirin.
  2. Add chicken pieces and coat evenly.
  3. Let it marinate for 15-20 minutes.
Prepare the Spicy Sauce:
  1. In a separate bowl, combine gochugaru, gochujang, honey, sesame oil, and minced garlic.
  2. Stir well until fully combined.
Cook the Chicken:
  1. Heat a pan over medium heat.
  2. Pan-fry the marinated chicken until golden brown and fully cooked.
  3. If using, add rice cakes to the pan and cook alongside the chicken.
Coat with Fire:
  1. Pour the spicy sauce over the cooked chicken.
  2. Stir well to coat every piece evenly and allow the flavors to meld together for a few minutes.
Garnish & Serve:
  1. Sprinkle with chopped green onions for a fresh touch.
  2. Serve hot with steamed rice and Korean side dishes.

Notes

  • djust spice levels by reducing or increasing the gochugaru and gochujang.
  • For an extra smoky flavor, grill the chicken instead of pan-frying.
  • Add mozzarella cheese on top for a creamy, cheesy twist.
  • Best served fresh, but leftovers can be stored in the fridge for up to 2 days.
Enjoy the sizzling heat of Buldak and brace yourself for an unforgettable flavor journey!

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