KOREAN-INSPIRED GRILLED WINGS WITH CUCUMBER-KIMCHI SALAD

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This marinade is inspired by Korean bulgogi. It's a high-impact, low-effort way to get the most flavor out of grilled chicken wings. The longer they marinate, the better they get-set them up the night before for an easy weeknight dinner.

Provided by Anna Stockwell

Categories     Chicken     Pear     Soy Sauce     Garlic     Pepper     Sesame Oil     Ginger     Cucumber     Vinegar     Green Onion/Scallion     Rice     Dairy Free     Wheat/Gluten-Free     Dinner     Quick & Easy     Summer     Backyard BBQ     Grill/Barbecue

Yield 4 servings

Number Of Ingredients 14

1/4 cup pear or apple juice
3 Tbsp. low-sodium soy sauce or tamari
2 Tbsp. gochugaru (Korean hot pepper flakes) or 1 1/2 tsp. crushed red pepper flakes
2 Tbsp. toasted sesame oil
1 Tbsp. finely grated fresh ginger (from one 2" piece)
1 tsp. light brown sugar
2 garlic cloves, coarsely chopped
2 lb. chicken wings, flats and drumettes attached or separated
2 tsp. kosher salt, divided
4 Persian cucumbers, thinly sliced
1 cup kimchi, thinly sliced
2 Tbsp. rice vinegar
4 scallions, thinly sliced, divided
Toasted sesame seeds and steamed rice (for serving)

Steps:

  • Blend pear juice, soy sauce, gochugaru, sesame oil, ginger, brown sugar, and garlic in a blender until smooth.
  • Season wings on all sides with 1 tsp. salt, then transfer to a large resealable bag. Pour two-thirds of marinade over chicken in bag, seal, and toss to coat. Transfer remaining marinade to a small bowl and chill. Let chicken sit at room temperature at least 20 minutes or chill overnight.
  • Prepare a grill for medium heat or heat a grill pan over medium. Working in batches if needed, grill wings, turning occasionally, until skin is crisp and lightly charred, 15-20 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, let reserved marinade come to room temperature. Toss cucumbers, kimchi, vinegar, all but a small handful of scallions (save those for topping), and remaining 1 tsp. salt in a large bowl. Let sit 10-20 minutes. Top with sesame seeds.
  • Transfer wings to a medium bowl. Add reserved marinade and toss to combine. Serve wings with cucumber-kimchi salad and rice alongside. Top with reserved scallions.

Vihaga Sathsara
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Great recipe! Will definitely make it again.


Joel Oketah
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Easy to make and delicious!


Feliz Reyes
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The wings were crispy and flavorful, and the cucumber kimchi salad was refreshing and tangy.


TH Tanvir Hossain
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These wings were a bit too spicy for my taste, but they were still really good. The cucumber kimchi salad helped to cool down the heat. I would make this again, but I would use less gochujang in the marinade.


Evelyn Orji
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I followed the recipe exactly and the wings turned out amazing! They were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The cucumber kimchi salad was also really good. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Korean food.


Seamie Ward
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These wings were so easy to make and they turned out so flavorful! I loved the crispy skin and the tender meat. The cucumber kimchi salad was also really good. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


HYDRO FAN
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but these wings were surprisingly mild. The cucumber kimchi salad was also really good. I would definitely make this again.


Sayem Rahmen
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These wings were a bit too spicy for my taste, but they were still really good. The cucumber kimchi salad helped to cool down the heat. I would make this again, but I would use less gochujang in the marinade.


Wakas Khan
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I followed the recipe exactly and the wings turned out amazing! They were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The cucumber kimchi salad was also really good. I would definitely recommend this recipe to anyone who loves Korean food.


Curtis Maywood
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These wings were so easy to make and they turned out so flavorful! I loved the crispy skin and the tender meat. The cucumber kimchi salad was also really good. I will definitely be making this recipe again and again.


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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but these wings were surprisingly mild. The cucumber kimchi salad was also really good. I would definitely make this again.


Symeria Thomas
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These wings were a bit too spicy for my taste, but they were still really good. The cucumber kimchi salad helped to cool down the heat. I would make this again, but I would use less gochujang in the marinade.


Mazla Kanwal
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I followed the recipe exactly and the wings turned out amazing! They were crispy on the outside and juicy on the inside. The cucumber kimchi salad was also really good. I would definitely recommend this recipe.


Cody Tuckett
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These wings were so easy to make and they turned out so flavorful! I loved the crispy skin and the tender meat. The cucumber kimchi salad was also really good. I will definitely be making this recipe again.


Shanna Conry
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but these wings were amazing! The cucumber kimchi salad helped to balance out the heat. I will definitely be making these again.


Lazarus Ifeme
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The wings were a bit too spicy for my taste, but the cucumber kimchi salad was delicious. I would make this again, but I would use less gochujang in the marinade.


Jelly Jelly
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These wings were easy to make and turned out great! I used store-bought cucumber kimchi, and it worked well. I will definitely be making these again.


Remilekun Babasola
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I love the combination of flavors in this dish. The wings are crispy and flavorful, and the cucumber kimchi salad is refreshing and tangy. I highly recommend this recipe!


Farbaz Hossein
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These Korean-inspired grilled wings were a hit at my last party! The cucumber kimchi salad was the perfect complement to the spicy wings. I'll definitely be making these again.