Spicy Korean Chicken Stew Recipe
Bold, spicy, and full of comfort, this Korean Chicken Stew combines tender chicken, hearty vegetables, and a rich gochujang sauce for a fiery dish that warms every bite. Perfect for cold evenings or when you crave something hearty and flavorful.
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Servings: 4
Calories: 390kcal
Ingredients
- 1 kg 2.2 lbs chicken pieces, preferably a mix of drumsticks and thigh fillets, cut into medium chunks
- 2 potatoes about 450 g / 1 lb, peeled and cut into medium pieces
- 1 carrot about 150 g / 5.3 oz, sliced into medium chunks
- 1 onion about 190 g / 6.7 oz, chopped into medium pieces
- 1 cup water
- 3 perilla leaves thinly sliced
- 1 stalk green onion 20 g / 0.7 oz, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
- Sauce Mix in a Bowl
- 3 Tbsp gochujang Korean chili paste
- 2 Tbsp gochugaru Korean chili flakes
- 2 Tbsp rice wine
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp raw sugar
- 1 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 tsp minced ginger
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- A pinch of ground black pepper
Instructions
- Bring 5 to 6 cups of water to a rolling boil in a medium pot over medium-high heat. Once the water is boiling, add the chicken pieces and parboil for 1 minute to remove impurities. Drain the water completely and set the chicken aside.
- In a clean pot, combine the parboiled chicken, prepared sauce mixture, and 1 cup of water. Stir gently to coat the chicken evenly. Cover and bring to a boil over medium-high heat, allowing the flavors to infuse for about 10 minutes.
- Add the potatoes, carrots, and onion to the pot. Stir lightly to mix, then cover again and continue boiling for an additional 7 minutes. Reduce the heat to medium and give the stew a gentle stir to reposition the chicken and vegetables, ensuring even cooking. Add the sliced perilla leaves and simmer for another 8 minutes, or until the chicken is fully cooked and the potatoes are tender.
- Once done, remove from heat and garnish with sliced green onions and toasted sesame seeds. Serve the stew piping hot with a bowl of steamed white rice for a comforting and spicy Korean meal.
Nutrition
Calories: 390kcal