I am introducing a soy sauce chicken dish that can be enjoyed by all ages, genders, and palates due to its sweet and savory taste. This simple dish can be made with just one pan, reducing the hassle of cooking, and using easy-to-find ingredients at home.
The cooking process is also easy, as the ingredients are simple. If you follow the tips carefully while cooking, you can make it without any issues. So please follow the instructions carefully.
How to make Korean chicken stir fry: A step-by-step guide
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 1kg chicken
- 2 green onions
- 1 handful of garlic
- 3 pinches of salt
- 1 tablespoon minced ginger
For the soy sauce seasoning
- 1 tablespoon sugar
- 3 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon oyster sauce
- 6 tablespoons corn syrup
- Sesame seeds
Steps
Preparing the chicken
- Wash the raw chicken thoroughly in running water, drain it in a strainer, and remove as much water as possible by absorbing it with a kitchen towel. Since the dish requires some chicken fat, the skin or fat is not removed separately.
How to cut chicken
- Chicken Preparation Tip 1. If you use a whole chicken, especially between the rib bones, there may be internal organs, blood, and lumps, so it is recommended to wash it thoroughly while wiping it with running water.
- Chicken Preparation Tip 2. If there is a pointed part at the end of the wings, cut it off with scissors. This part has no meat and can cause an unpleasant smell.
- Chicken Preparation Tip 3. If you cut off the Achilles tendon or tendons around the ankle part of the leg, the meat will cook evenly and make it easier to eat later.
Grilling the chicken
- Preheat an empty frying pan on high heat. Place the chicken skin side down on the preheated pan and start grilling. You will hear a sizzling sound as soon as you place it on the pan.
- Grill the chicken for about 3 minutes on high heat without flipping it over. Sprinkle some salt evenly on both sides.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the ingredients. Cut 2 green onions into small pieces and prepare some minced garlic.
- After 3 minutes, let’s flip it over. The chicken has turned crispy and brown on one side. Even though it was grilled without any oil, chicken fat starts to come out.
- Now reduce the heat to medium, flip the chicken over completely, cover it with a lid, and grill for another 3 minutes.
📌 Tip: Avoid flipping it too often. This will help to achieve a better Maillard reaction. - After 3 minutes, open the lid, and you will see a lot of oil has come out. Add 1 tablespoon of minced ginger, garlic, and green onions.
- Cover the lid and cook on medium heat for about 9 minutes. Tip: Be careful as the chicken may stick to the pan while cooking. Use a spatula or other utensil to gently scrape it off.
- Reduce the heat to the lowest setting and add 1 tablespoon of sugar first. Mix it evenly to coat the chicken with sugar.
📌 Tip: If sugar is added too late to a highly seasoned dish, the flavor may not be fully absorbed. To bring out the best flavor, coat the chicken with sugar first in this chicken soy sauce recipe.
Garlic soy sauce for chicken
- First, pour 3 tablespoons of dark soy sauce around the edges of a pan and let it simmer for a moment. Then add a generous tablespoon of oyster sauce and mix well. Next, add about 6 tablespoons of malt syrup.
- After stir-frying everything together, reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a lid. Let it simmer for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally, and it’s done!
Serving
You can easily make a juicy and delicious Korean chicken stir fry with a glossy finish at home. It’s also great to enjoy with rice. This chicken dish can be completed in a total cooking time of 25 minutes! Be careful not to overcook it as the texture can become tough. Just cook it for 25 minutes and you’ll be able to enjoy the tender and flavorful chicken. This dish would also make a great snack to serve with drinks tonight 🙂
Frequently asked questions
The cooking time for chicken depends on the cut and method of cooking. For example, boneless, skinless chicken breasts can be baked in the oven for 20-25 minutes at 400°F, while a whole chicken can take 1-2 hours to roast in the oven at 350°F.
The internal temperature of cooked chicken should reach at least 165°F. You can use a meat thermometer to check the temperature. Alternatively, you can check the chicken by cutting into the thickest part of the meat and making sure the juices run clear, not pink.
There are many seasonings that can be used to add flavor to chicken, such as garlic, onion, paprika, thyme, rosemary, cumin, and chili powder. Salt and pepper are also important for seasoning chicken.
Yes, chicken can be marinated overnight in the refrigerator. This allows the flavors to penetrate the meat and results in a more flavorful dish.
Yes, cooked chicken can be frozen for up to 4 months. Make sure to let the chicken cool completely before freezing it in an airtight container or freezer bag.
One way to ensure tender chicken is to marinate it before cooking. You can also use a meat mallet to pound the chicken to an even thickness, or cook it low and slow in a slow cooker or Dutch oven.
Yes, chicken thighs can be used in place of chicken breasts in many recipes. They are typically more flavorful and moist than chicken breasts, but may take slightly longer to cook.
Leftover chicken should be stored in the refrigerator within 2 hours of cooking. It can be stored in an airtight container or covered with plastic wrap or aluminum foil. Leftover chicken should be consumed within 3-4 days.
Korean Chicken Stir Fry
Ingredients
For the chicken
- 1 kg Chicken
- 2 Green onion
- 1 handful Garlic
- 3 pinches Salt
- 1 tablespoon Minced ginger
For the soy sauce seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Sugar
- 3 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon Oyster sauce
- 6 tablespoons Corn syrup
- 1 handful Seasame seeds
Instructions
Preparing the chicken
- Wash the raw chicken thoroughly in running water, drain it in a strainer, and remove as much water as possible by absorbing it with a kitchen towel. Since the dish requires some chicken fat, the skin or fat is not removed separately.
Grilling the chicken
- Preheat an empty frying pan on high heat. Place the chicken skin side down on the preheated pan and start grilling. You will hear a sizzling sound as soon as you place it on the pan.
- Grill the chicken for about 3 minutes on high heat without flipping it over. Sprinkle some salt evenly on both sides.
- While the chicken is cooking, prepare the ingredients. Cut 2 green onions into small pieces and prepare some minced garlic.
- After 3 minutes, let's flip it over. The chicken has turned crispy and brown on one side. Even though it was grilled without any oil, chicken fat starts to come out.
- Now reduce the heat to medium, flip the chicken over completely, cover it with a lid, and grill for another 3 minutes.📌 Tip: Avoid flipping it too often. This will help to achieve a better Maillard reaction.
- After 3 minutes, open the lid, and you will see a lot of oil has come out. Add 1 tablespoon of minced ginger, garlic, and green onions.
- Cover the lid and cook on medium heat for about 9 minutes. Tip: Be careful as the chicken may stick to the pan while cooking. Use a spatula or other utensil to gently scrape it off.
- Reduce the heat to the lowest setting and add 1 tablespoon of sugar first. Mix it evenly to coat the chicken with sugar.📌 Tip: If sugar is added too late to a highly seasoned dish, the flavor may not be fully absorbed. To bring out the best flavor, coat the chicken with sugar first in this chicken soy sauce recipe.
Garlic soy sauce for chicken
- First, pour 3 tablespoons of dark soy sauce around the edges of a pan and let it simmer for a moment. Then add a generous tablespoon of oyster sauce and mix well. Next, add about 6 tablespoons of malt syrup.
- After stir-frying everything together, reduce the heat to low and cover the pan with a lid. Let it simmer for 5 more minutes, stirring occasionally, and it's done!
Love the way you cook chicken with soy sauce, so simple and yummy😛