Crispy Air-Fried Korean Chicken Wings [The Ultimate Recipe]

Author: Jenny J. Brown
May 30, 2023

Korean-style chicken wings come with the perfect stickiness and sweet feel that melts perfectly on the tongue. Thus, from kids to grandpa, everyone cherishes these crispy chicken wings. Also, you are at liberty to choose your favorite Korean sauce for it.

Crispy Air-Fried Korean Chicken Wings [The Ultimate Recipe]
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Preparation TimeCooking TimeServingCooking Difficulty
10 minutes35 minutes3-4Medium
Nutritional information of Korean Chicken Wings
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Nutritional information:

NutrientAmount
Cholesterol47.5mg
Protein16.2g
Calories347
Carbohydrate45g
Fat11.5g

You will have to prepare the chicken wings and the sauce separately. So, you will need two different ingredient charts for it.

Ingredients for Korean Chicken Wings
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Chicken wings ingredients:

  • 2.5 pounds of chicken wings
  • 1 teaspoon of garlic, onion, and ginger powder each
  • ½ teaspoon of black pepper
  • Lemon slices
  • ½ cup cornstarch
  • Salt to taste

Sauce ingredients:

  • 1 tablespoon of soy sauce, lemon juice, and brown sugar
  • 1 teaspoon of finely minced fresh ginger root
  • ¼ cup of fresh and finely chopped green onions
  • 1/3 cup of gochujang (It is a thick paste of Korean hot pepper)
  • 1/3 cup of hot honey
  • ¼ teaspoon of black pepper
  • Salt according to taste
The cooking steps for Korean Chicken Wings
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The cooking steps are:

  • At first, take a clean saucepan. Now mix soy sauce, hot honey, gochujang, lemon juice, brown sugar, and other ingredients in it. Cook it at medium heat until the mixture boils, then reduce the heat.
  • Allow it to simmer for another 5-7 minutes. Finally, add the green onions and stir them gently for a few moments.
  • Please turn on the air-fryer and preheat it at 400°F.
  • Take a separate bowl and mix the garlic, onion, ginger powder with the salt here. Also, add black pepper and drop a few tiny pieces of lemon slices in it. Blend the mixture properly.
  • Now, toss the chicken wings in the mixture properly. Add the cornstarch and toss the coated wings again. Make sure the cornstarch coating is even.
  • You might spray olive oil on the air fryer basket before placing the coated chicken wings in it. However, it is not necessary.
  • Spread the cornstarch-coated wings in a single layer in the basket.
  • Cook them for 10 minutes. Now flip over the wings with a skewer or shake the basket. Cook the wings for another 10 minutes until it turns brown.
  • Carefully dip each chicken wing in the prepared Korean sauce.

Your Korean-style crispy and spicy chicken wings are ready for serving.

Expert tips for Balsamic-Glazed Chicken Wings
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Expert Tips

You should use onion rings, leaves, and sesame seeds to garnish the wings before serving. It will be a great evening snack or side dish for your main meal.

Crispy Korean Fried Chicken Wings | Air Fryer Recipe | Quick & Easy

Frequently Asked Questions

Can I use chicken thighs instead of wings?

Yes, you can use chicken thighs instead of wings, but you may need to adjust the cooking time accordingly, as thighs take longer to cook than wings.

Can I make the sauce ahead of time?

Yes, you can make the sauce ahead of time and store it in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to a week. Just reheat it before tossing the wings in it.

Can I use a different hot sauce instead of gochujang?

You can use a different hot sauce, but it may alter the taste of the dish as gochujang has a unique flavor profile. Try to stick to Gochujang if possible.

Can I bake instead of air fry the chicken wings?

Yes, you can bake the chicken wings in the oven at 400°F for 25-30 minutes or until they are cooked through and crispy.

Can I use regular honey instead of hot honey?

Yes, you can use regular honey instead of hot honey, but it may not bring the same level of heat and flavor to the sauce. You can add some hot sauce or chili flakes to the sauce to make it spicier if you use regular honey.

Conclusion

This east to follow recipe guideline for the air-fried Korean chicken wings is yummy. You don’t have to marinate the wings earlier. So, you can prepare the dish and serve it anytime. Thus, it should feel your appetite whenever you crave something different.

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