Dakgalbi – Korean Stir Fried Chicken
If you’re a fan of spicy and savory delights, look no further than Dakgalbi! This Korean dish combines the succulence of chicken thighs, the crunchiness of vegetables, and the chewiness of rice cakes, all bathed in a tantalizingly spicy sauce. Follow this simple recipe to bring the fiery flavors of Dakgalbi to your kitchen!
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Dakgalbi – Korean Stir Fried Chicken
Serve your Spicy Dakgalbi hot and fresh, and get ready for a flavor explosion in every single bite. This dish is perfect for sharing with friends or enjoying as a cozy night-in treat. Get ready to spice up your kitchen with this Korean sensation!
Ingredients
Sauce
Instructions
Start by cutting the chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces. Then, marinate them in a mixture of the sauce. Make sure the chicken pieces are evenly coated, and let them marinate for a while.
While the chicken is soaking up all the delicious flavors, chop up the carrots, cabbage, spring onions, enoki mushroom and oyster mushrooms. Set them aside for later use.
In a pan, heat a combination of vegetable oil and sesame oil. Once the oils are hot, add the marinated chicken. Cook the chicken until it's fully done, ensuring each piece is infused with the mouthwatering sauce.
Toss in all the chopped vegetables into the pan. Stir everything together to create a symphony of colors and aromas. Let the vegetables cook until they are tender yet still have a delightful crunch.
Now, it's time to introduce the chewy goodness of rice cakes. Add them to the pan and mix well, allowing the rice cakes to absorb the spicy goodness.
Sprinkle the dish with chopped spring onions. This not only adds a burst of freshness but also a pop of color to your Dakgalbi masterpiece.
Servings 2
- Amount Per Serving
- Calories 684kcal
- % Daily Value *
- Total Fat 24.2g38%
- Saturated Fat 2.6g13%
- Cholesterol 5mg2%
- Sodium 2600mg109%
- Potassium 886mg26%
- Total Carbohydrate 87.4g30%
- Dietary Fiber 13.5g54%
- Sugars 42.3g
- Protein 37.4g75%
- Calcium 351 mg
- Iron 3 mg
- Vitamin D 13 IU
* The % Daily Value (DV) tells you how much a nutrient in a food serving contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calorie a day is used for general nutrition advice.
Note
- Adjust Spice Levels: Feel free to adjust the spice levels according to your preference. If you love the heat, skip adding the milk. If you prefer a milder flavor, reduce the amount of chili powder and buldak sauce.
- Rice Cake Texture: Depending on your preference, you can briefly stir-fry the rice cakes for a slightly crispy texture, or simmer them a bit longer for a softer texture because I love chewier texture so I added at the end.
Frequently Asked Questions
Absolutely! While chicken thighs add a bit more juiciness, boneless chicken breasts work well too. Just be mindful of the cooking time to avoid overcooking and drying out the meat.
Instant buldak sauce is commonly available in Korean grocery stores or the Asian section of larger supermarkets. If you can't find it, check online retailers.
Yes! Substitute the chicken with tofu or soya chunks but even goes well with tempeh but you have to fried the tempeh first then only can go with the sauce.
Serve Dakgalbi with classic Korean side dishes like kimchi, pickled radishes but I personally love to pair it with geotjori and steamed rice.
Well unfortunately its not but if your kid love a bit spicy you can add more milk into it and reduce the buldak sauce.
