Spicy and Sweet Chewy Stir-fried Chicken Feet
Irresistibly Addictive Spicy Chicken Feet Golden Recipe
Introducing a recipe for stir-fried chicken feet that are perfectly chewy and tender, coated in a deliciously spicy and sweet sauce! The flavor is so captivating that you won’t be able to stop after just one bite. They make a fantastic pairing with rice balls, and the abundance of collagen is great for your skin, making this dish even more enjoyable. The preparation is surprisingly straightforward, so let’s all make it together!
Main Ingredients
- 1kg chicken feet (easily available at markets!)
Chicken Feet Marinade Ingredients
- 2 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 4 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp curry powder (adds depth of flavor!)
- 2 Tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 stalk green onion, finely chopped
- 7-10 cloves garlic, minced
Ingredients for Boiling Chicken Feet
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 handful astragalus root (optional, great for removing odor)
- 2 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 4 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1 Tbsp curry powder (adds depth of flavor!)
- 2 Tbsp sugar (adjust to taste)
- 1/2 stalk green onion, finely chopped
- 7-10 cloves garlic, minced
Ingredients for Boiling Chicken Feet
- 3 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp sugar
- 1/2 handful astragalus root (optional, great for removing odor)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare all the ingredients needed for the recipe. (You can easily purchase 1kg of fresh chicken feet at markets or grocery stores for around 6,000 KRW.)
Step 2
Finely chop the green onion and mince the garlic for the marinade. Having these prepped makes mixing the sauce much easier.
Step 3
Combine all the marinade ingredients – gochujang, gochugaru, soy sauce, curry powder, sugar, chopped green onion, and minced garlic – in a bowl. Mix well until smooth to create the marinade. Adding curry powder helps to eliminate the gamey smell of chicken feet and adds a richer flavor.
Step 4
Now, let’s prepare for boiling the chicken feet. In a pot, add about 1 liter of water, 3 Tbsp soy sauce, 2 Tbsp sugar, and the optional 1/2 handful of astragalus root. Bring this mixture to a boil over high heat. Astragalus root helps to remove odors, but you can omit it if you don’t have it, and the chicken feet will still be delicious.
Step 5
Once the water is boiling vigorously, add the 1kg of chicken feet. Cover the pot and boil over medium heat for about 20 minutes. Boiling them just until tender, not mushy, is key to preserving a pleasant chewy texture.
Step 6
After boiling, discard the water and transfer the cooked chicken feet to a wide pan or wok. Draining them well ensures the sauce will adhere properly when stir-frying.
Step 7
Pour the prepared spicy and sweet chicken feet marinade evenly over the chicken feet in the pan. Be generous with the marinade to ensure every piece is well-coated.
Step 8
Turn off the heat. Put on disposable gloves and mix the chicken feet and marinade together with your hands. Mixing off the heat allows the marinade to penetrate deeper into the chicken feet, enhancing the flavor, and prevents the chicken feet from breaking apart.
Step 9
Once the chicken feet are evenly coated with the marinade, turn the heat to high and stir-fry for about 5 minutes. This process allows the sauce to reduce and cling to the chicken feet, creating a delicious appearance and taste. Stir frequently to prevent burning.
Step 10
Finally, turn off the heat and sprinkle sesame seeds over the finished chicken feet for a beautiful garnish. This makes your irresistible spicy and sweet stir-fried chicken feet complete! Enjoying them with freshly made rice balls will make for an exceptional meal.
