Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
1.5 lb

chicken chunks

skin on

8 unit

corn tortillas

warmed

0.5 cup

cornstarch

for coating

0.5 tsp

pepper

freshly ground

3 cup

oil

for frying

1 tbsp

apple cider vinegar

splash

0.5 cup

carrots

shredded

0.25 cup

cilantro

chopped

2 unit

hot peppers

sliced thin

0.25 cup

mayonnaise

for sauce

1 tbsp

sesame seeds

toasted

Step 1
~3 min

Bring chicken to room temperature and cut into chunks if needed.

Step 2
~3 min

Rinse chicken well and pat thoroughly dry.

Step 3
~3 min

Season chicken with salt and pepper.

Step 4
~3 min

Coat chicken thoroughly in cornstarch.

Step 5
~3 min

Heat oil in a fryer pan until very hot.

Step 6
~3 min

Carefully lower the chicken into the oil and cook for several minutes.

Step 7
~3 min

Remove chicken from the oil and place in a strainer.

Step 8
~3 min

Fry the chicken a second time for extra crunchiness.

Step 9
~3 min

Allow chicken to dry in the strainer once more.

Step 10
~3 min

Mix gochujang sauce with a splash of apple cider vinegar.

Step 11
~3 min

Microwave the sauce until warm.

Step 12
~3 min

Warm the corn tortillas.

Step 13
~3 min

Toss the chicken in the sauce until well coated.

Step 14
~3 min

Place chicken, cilantro, hot pepper, sesame seeds, and carrots in the tortillas.

Step 15
~3 min

Combine leftover sauce with mayonnaise to make a spicy and creamy sauce.

Step 16
~3 min

Top tacos with the spicy mayonnaise sauce.

Step 17
~3 min

Serve immediately and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Adjust the amount of hot pepper to your spice preference.

Use a deep-frying thermometer to ensure the oil is at the correct temperature.

Don't overcrowd the pan when frying the chicken.

Serve immediately for best texture.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Sauce can be made ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Medium
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Medium
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with a side of kimchi or coleslaw.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Kimchi Fries
Korean BBQ Sliders

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Korea/Mexico Fusion

Cultural Significance

Combines Korean flavors with a Mexican staple.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Occasion Tags

Dinner Party
Weeknight Meal
Game Day

Popularity Score

70/100

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