Seasoned Mandu with Sweet & Spicy Chicken Sauce
Addictive Mandu: Crispy Dumplings Coated in a Sweet and Spicy Chicken Sauce
Enjoy these addictive mandu, made by frying frozen dumplings until golden and then tossing them in a homemade sweet and spicy chicken sauce. Perfect for late-night cravings, the irresistible sweet, sour, and spicy flavor is sure to be a hit.
Main Ingredients- 14 frozen dumplings
- A pinch of sesame seeds
- 2 Tbsp cooking oil
Special Sweet & Spicy Chicken Sauce- 2 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp ketchup
- 1/3 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup (or maltose)
- 0.5 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp water
- 2 Tbsp gochujang (Korean chili paste)
- 1 Tbsp ketchup
- 1/3 Tbsp minced garlic
- 1 Tbsp soy sauce
- 2 Tbsp corn syrup (or maltose)
- 0.5 Tbsp gochugaru (Korean chili flakes)
- 1 Tbsp water
Cooking Instructions
Step 1
First, let’s prepare the delicious sweet and spicy chicken sauce. In a bowl, combine 2 Tbsp gochujang, 1 Tbsp ketchup, 1/3 Tbsp minced garlic, 1 Tbsp soy sauce, 2 Tbsp corn syrup, 0.5 Tbsp gochugaru, and 1 Tbsp water. Whisk everything together thoroughly until well combined and smooth. Ensure all ingredients are evenly incorporated for the best flavor.
Step 2
Now, it’s time to cook the dumplings. Heat 2 Tbsp of cooking oil in a frying pan over medium heat. Once the oil is hot, carefully place the 14 frozen dumplings in the pan. Fry them until they are golden brown and crispy on both sides, turning them occasionally. Achieving a satisfying crunch is key to this recipe.
Step 3
Add the freshly fried dumplings to the prepared sweet and spicy chicken sauce. Gently toss the dumplings in the sauce over low heat until they are evenly coated. Be quick to avoid making the dumplings soggy; the goal is a light coating that complements the crispiness.
Step 4
This recipe makes a generous amount of sauce, enough to serve approximately 2 people comfortably with plenty of delicious seasoned mandu. It’s a versatile dish that works wonderfully as a side dish or a satisfying snack.
Step 5
Finally, arrange the seasoned mandu beautifully on a serving plate. Sprinkle a pinch of sesame seeds over the top for an extra touch of flavor and visual appeal. Enjoy your homemade addictive mandu!
