Honey Gochujang Chicken Wings
Ingredients
- Chicken Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1 cup salt pepper, garlic seasoning mix
- Canola oil as needed
- 1 quart vegetable or peanut oil for frying
- Glaze:
- ½ cup Korean gochujang paste
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 2 tablespoons brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons minced garlic
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- Garnish:
- Sliced spring onions scallions
- Sesame seeds
Instructions
- Coat the chicken wings lightly with yellow mustard (optional) and season thoroughly with the salt, pepper, and garlic mix. Set aside.
- Preheat a smoker or oven to 250°F (120°C) for indirect cooking. If using a smoker, add wood chunks such as hickory for extra smoky flavour.
- Place the wings in the smoker or oven and cook for 1.5–2 hours, until the internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
- While the wings are finishing, prepare a deep-frying setup: heat 2–3 inches of oil in a large pot or deep pan to 325–350°F (160–175°C).
- Carefully fry the wings for about 2 minutes, turning occasionally, until lightly crisp. Remove and drain on paper towels.
- In a separate pan, gently heat the glaze ingredients until just simmering, then remove from heat.
- Toss the fried wings in the warm glaze until fully coated.
- Serve immediately, garnished with sliced scallions and sesame seeds.
Notes
These honey gochujang chicken wings combine smoky, crispy fried chicken with a sweet, spicy, and umami-rich Korean glaze. Perfect as a main dish, game-day snack, or party appetizer.