Soy-Free Gochujang Chicken
Unleash bold Korean flavors with this Soy-Free Gochujang Chicken, a mouthwatering recipe that combines tender chicken thighs with a rich, spicy-sweet marinade free from soy-based ingredients. Crafted with gochujang (Korean red pepper paste), honey, garlic, and a splash of apple cider vinegar for a tangy kick, this dish is seared to perfection and finished in a luscious, sticky glaze. Sprinkled with sesame seeds and fresh green onions for a pop of texture and color, this quick and easy dinner idea is perfect for those craving authentic Korean cuisine without soy. Serve it over fluffy steamed rice or alongside your favorite vegetables for a meal that's as satisfying as it is flavorful. Ready in just 40 minutes, it's the ideal weeknight option for spice lovers!
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Ingredients
- 500 g boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tbsp gochujang (Korean red pepper paste)
- 2 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tbsp sesame oil
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 2 green onions, chopped
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 2 tsp sesame seeds, for garnish
Directions
Step 1
In a medium-sized bowl, combine gochujang, honey, apple cider vinegar, fish sauce, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger to make the marinade.
Step 2
Add the chicken thighs to the bowl, ensuring they are well-coated with the marinade. Cover and let marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for more flavor.
Step 3
Heat the vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
Step 4
Remove the chicken from the marinade (reserving the marinade) and add the chicken thighs to the skillet. Cook for about 4-5 minutes on each side until they are well-seared and cooked through.
Step 5
Add the reserved marinade to the skillet and reduce the heat to medium-low. Cook for another 5 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken and coat the chicken.
Step 6
Sprinkle the chopped green onions and sesame seeds over the top as a garnish.
Step 7
Serve the soy-free gochujang chicken hot with steamed rice or your favorite side dish.
Nutrition Facts
| Serving size | (876.9g) |
|---|
| Amount per serving | % Daily Value* |
|---|---|
| Calories | 1744.7 |
| Total Fat 99.7g | 0% |
| Saturated Fat 21.4g | 0% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat 22.6g | |
| Cholesterol 625mg | 0% |
| Sodium 2858.3mg | 0% |
| Total Carbohydrate 77.2g | 0% |
| Dietary Fiber 8.5g | 0% |
| Total Sugars 48.8g | |
| Protein 138.6g | 0% |
| Vitamin D 35IU | 0% |
| Calcium 315.5mg | 0% |
| Iron 9.5mg | 0% |
| Potassium 2005.7mg | 0% |
Source of Calories