Description
Hawaiian Style Korean Chicken is a vibrant fusion dish that beautifully combines the sweet and savory essence of Hawaiian flavors with the bold spices characteristic of Korean cuisine. This recipe is incredibly easy to prepare, making it perfect for family dinners, festive gatherings, or a comforting weeknight meal. The chicken turns out perfectly crispy on the outside while remaining tender and juicy inside, all coated in a delightful Hawaiian sauce that packs a flavorful punch. Serve it over rice, in lettuce wraps, or as a part of a colorful salad for a deliciously versatile dish that everyone will love.
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 lbs boneless skinless chicken thighs
- 3/4 cup corn starch
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1/2 teaspoon salt
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/2 cup green onions diced
- 1/3 cup brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons chili garlic sauce
- 1 teaspoon minced garlic
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 2 teaspoons sesame oil
- Vegetable oil (for frying)
- Sesame seeds (for garnish)
Instructions
- Slice chicken into bite-sized pieces and coat with a mixture of corn starch, garlic powder, and salt. Refrigerate for at least an hour.
- Heat vegetable oil in a heavy-bottomed pan to 175°F.
- Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown, about 8-10 minutes per batch. Let rest on paper towels.
- Mix all Hawaiian sauce ingredients together in a bowl.
- Toss cooked chicken in the sauce until evenly coated and serve warm.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Category: Main
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Fusion
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 12g
- Sodium: 830mg
- Fat: 15g
- Saturated Fat: 3g
- Unsaturated Fat: 11g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 28g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 22g
- Cholesterol: 75mg