Crispy and Tender Dried Pollack (Hwangtae Gui) – Super Easy Air Fryer Recipe
Delicious Hwangtae Gui at Home! Quick and Easy Air Fryer Recipe with a Secret Seasoning – Perfect for Lunchboxes
A perfect dish for when you have a lack of appetite! Enjoy the delightful combination of tender, moist interior and slightly crispy exterior with this Hwangtae Gui, made effortlessly in your air fryer.
Main Ingredients
- 1 Dried Pollack (Hwangtae-po)
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, prepare 1 piece of dried pollack (Hwangtae-po). If it’s very dry and hard, soak it in lukewarm water for at least 20 minutes to soften it. Soaking makes the pollack more receptive to the marinade and improves its texture.
Step 2
While the pollack is soaking, let’s make the delicious seasoning sauce. In a bowl, combine 2 tsp of soy sauce and 1 tsp of mirin (or cooking wine). This helps to remove any fishy smell and adds a savory depth.
Step 3
Next, add 2 tsp of minced garlic, 1 Tbsp of cooking oil, 1 Tbsp of gochugaru (Korean chili flakes), and 1 tsp of gochujang (Korean chili paste). The gochujang adds a wonderful spicy and sweet flavor. For a touch of sweetness and a nice glaze, add a pinch of black pepper, 1 tsp of sugar, and 1 tsp of oligodang (corn syrup or rice syrup). Finally, stir in 2 tsp of sesame oil for a nutty aroma. Your flavorful Hwangtae Gui seasoning sauce is now ready!
Step 4
Gently squeeze out any excess water from the soaked dried pollack. Carefully go through the pollack and remove any small bones that might still be present. Removing the bones ensures a pleasant eating experience.
Step 5
Once the bones are removed, generously brush the prepared seasoning sauce evenly on both sides of the dried pollack. Coating it thoroughly ensures the flavors penetrate deeply.
Step 6
Now, let’s use the air fryer! Place the seasoned dried pollack into the air fryer basket. Set the temperature to 180°C (350°F) and cook for 10 minutes. For even cooking, you can flip it halfway through.
Step 7
Voila! Your delicious Hwangtae Gui is ready, with a slightly crispy exterior and a wonderfully moist, flavorful interior. It makes a fantastic side dish for warm rice and is also perfect for packing in lunchboxes. Enjoy your meal!
