Baked Korean Hot Wings (Gochujang Wings) Recipe

Step 1

In a medium bowl, combine the gochujang, soy sauce, rice vinegar, agave, ginger, garlic, salt, and pepper. Pour half of the marinade into a large resealable plastic bag and the remaining half into an airtight storage container and place in the refrigerator.

Step 2

Add the chicken wings to the marinade in the bag. Squeeze the air out of the bag and make sure the chicken is evenly coated. Refrigerate for at least 1 hour or overnight.

Step 3

Preheat oven to 375°F. Line a large, rimmed baking sheet with foil and spray the foil with nonstick cooking spray.

Step 4

Arrange the wings in a single layer on the prepared baking sheet and let sit at room temperature for 15 minutes while the oven preheats.

Step 5

Bake the wings for 40 minutes, rotating the pan after 20 minutes.

Step 6

After 40 minutes, remove the wings from the oven and liberally brush both sides of the wings with the glaze (below).

Step 7

Heat the oven to 425°F and bake the glazed wings for an additional 8-10 minutes, or until the glaze caramelizes. Watch closely so the wings don’t burn.

Step 8

Transfer the wings to a serving tray and let cool for 5 minutes.

Step 9

Drizzle with fresh lime juice and garnish with sliced scallions. Enjoy!

Step 10

While the wings bake, prepare the glaze. Pour the reserved half of the marinade into a small saucepan set over medium heat. Add the cilantro, 2 thinly sliced scallions, sesame oil, ground black pepper, honey, butter, and lime juice. Taste and if needed, season with additional salt, pepper, and honey.

Step 11

Reduce the heat to a low simmer and keep the glaze warm until ready to use, stirring often. If the glaze is getting too thick, remove it from the heat.