Description
Buldak, Korean Fire Chicken, is a spicy, flavorful dish with marinated chicken thighs and melted cheese. Perfect for spice lovers and gatherings.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1.5 pounds boneless chicken thighs, chopped into bite-sized pieces
- 1/4 cup gochugaru (Korean hot pepper flakes)
- 1/4 cup gochujang (hot variety)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 tablespoons rice syrup (or honey/corn syrup)
- 2–3 spicy Korean chili peppers, chopped
- 6 large garlic cloves, minced
- 2 teaspoons grated ginger
- Salt and black pepper to taste
- 1/4 cup water or chicken stock
- 2 cups shredded mozzarella cheese (optional)
- Fresh chopped parsley or green onions for garnish
- Extra hot pepper flakes for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, combine gochugaru, gochujang, soy sauce, vegetable oil, sesame oil, rice syrup, chopped chilies, minced garlic, grated ginger, salt, and pepper to form a thick marinade paste.
- Add the chopped chicken thighs to the marinade, coat thoroughly, cover, and refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight for best flavor.
- Heat a large oven-proof pan over medium heat, add the marinated chicken and marinade along with water or chicken stock. Cover and simmer for about 10 minutes until chicken is cooked and sauce thickens.
- Preheat oven broiler. Remove lid, sprinkle shredded mozzarella cheese over the chicken, and broil for 2-3 minutes until cheese melts and browns slightly.
- Remove from oven, garnish with fresh parsley or green onions and extra hot pepper flakes. Serve hot.
Notes
- Marinating time is essential for rich flavor; do not skip.
- Adjust the amount of chili flakes and paste to control spice level.
- Use a medium heat to avoid burning the chicken or sauce.
- Serve with steamed rice or kimchi to balance spiciness.
- Leftovers can be refrigerated for up to 3 days or frozen for 2 months.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 450 kcal
- Sugar: 5 g
- Sodium: 900 mg
- Fat: 25 g
- Saturated Fat: 10 g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12 g
- Trans Fat: 0 g
- Carbohydrates: 15 g
- Fiber: 2 g
- Protein: 40 g
- Cholesterol: 110 mg
Keywords: Buldak, Korean Fire Chicken, spicy chicken recipe, Korean chicken, gochujang chicken, spicy chicken thighs