Embark on a culinary adventure with Smoky Seoul Sensation: Dak Bulgogi. This beloved Korean BBQ Chicken dish combines tender, marinated chicken with a symphony of flavors - sweet, savory, and mildly spicy. Grilled to perfection, each bite is a celebration of traditional Korean barbeque artistry, bringing the vibrant tastes of Seoul's street food to your table.
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Preparation and Cooking Times
- Preparation Time: 1 hour (for marinating)
- Cooking Time: 15 minutes
- Total Time: 1 hour 15 minutes
Servings and Serving Size
- Servings: 4 people
- Serving Size: Approximately 2 skewers per person
Nutritional Profile (per serving)
- Calories: 310 kcal
- Protein: 27g
- Carbohydrates: 15g
- Fat: 15g
- Sodium: 760mg
- Cholesterol: 80mg
Ingredients
Marinade
- 60ml (2 oz) soy sauce
- 40g (1.4 oz) brown sugar
- 30ml (1 oz) sesame oil
- 4 cloves garlic, minced
- 20g (0.7 oz) ginger, grated
- 30ml (1 oz) mirin
- 2 tbsp gochugaru (Korean red chili flakes)
- 1 Asian pear, grated
Chicken
- 900g (2 lbs or 32 oz) boneless, skinless chicken thighs, cut into bite-sized pieces
For Serving
- Green onions, sliced
- Sesame seeds
Detailed Method of Preparation
- Prepare the Marinade: In a bowl, combine soy sauce, brown sugar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, mirin, gochugaru, and grated pear. Mix well.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken pieces in the marinade, ensuring each piece is well-coated. Marinate for at least 1 hour in the refrigerator.
- Grill the Chicken: Preheat a grill or grill pan over medium heat. Thread the chicken onto skewers and grill for about 6-7 minutes per side, until the chicken is cooked through and has nice char marks.
- Serve: Sprinkle with sliced green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Tips for Culinary Success
- Marinating Time: For deeper flavor, marinate the chicken overnight.
- Grill Temperature: Maintain a consistent medium heat to avoid burning the marinade.
- Alternate Cooking Method: If grilling is not an option, you can cook the chicken in a pan over medium heat.
Frequently Asked Questions (FAQs)
Can I use chicken breast instead of thighs?
Yes, but keep in mind that thighs are juicier and more flavorful.
What can I use if I don’t have mirin?
A good substitute for mirin is a mix of white wine and sugar.
Is this dish spicy?
The spiciness can be adjusted by the amount of gochugaru used.