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Crockpot Korean Gochujang Wings 1

Crockpot Korean Gochujang Wings

These sticky spicy slow cooker wings deliver restaurant-quality flavor with minimal active cooking time, making them perfect for everything from game day gatherings to weeknight dinners. The slow cooker does all the heavy lifting, transforming simple ingredients into a bold, complex flavor profile that will have everyone reaching for seconds.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 4 hours
Broiling Time 5 minutes
Total Time 4 hours 15 minutes
Course Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine Asian, Korean
Servings 6 servings
Calories 320 kcal

Equipment

  • Slow Cooker/Crockpot
  • Baking Sheet
  • Tongs

Ingredients
  

  • 3 pounds chicken wings split at joints, tips removed
  • 1/3 cup gochujang paste Korean chili paste
  • 1/4 cup honey or brown sugar for a different depth of flavor
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce use tamari for gluten-free option
  • 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 4 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 inch ginger grated
  • 2 green onions thinly sliced, plus extra for garnish
  • 1 tablespoon toasted sesame seeds
  • 2 teaspoons cornstarch optional, for thickening sauce

Instructions
 

  • Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels. This crucial step removes excess moisture, allowing the sauce to adhere better and intensifies flavor absorption.
  • In a medium bowl, whisk together the gochujang paste, honey, soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, and grated ginger until completely smooth.
  • Place the wings in your slow cooker and pour the gochujang sauce over them. Using tongs or clean hands, toss the wings until they're thoroughly coated.
  • Cover and cook on high for 3-4 hours or on low for 6-7 hours. The wings are done when they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C) and the meat easily pulls away from the bone.
  • Optional for extra crispiness: Transfer the cooked wings to a foil-lined baking sheet. Brush with additional sauce from the slow cooker and broil for 3-5 minutes until caramelized and slightly crisp.
  • Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds and sliced green onions before serving.

Notes

For extra depth, toast your sesame oil for 30 seconds in a hot pan before adding to the mixture.
Avoid lifting the lid during cooking as this can extend cooking time by 15-20 minutes each time.
If you can't find gochujang, substitute with a mixture of 2 tablespoons sriracha, 1 tablespoon miso paste, and 1 teaspoon honey.

Nutrition

Calories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 24gFat: 19gSodium: 680mgFiber: 0.5gSugar: 9g
Keyword Wings, Chicken Wings, Korean Wings, Gochujang, Slow Cooker Wings, Crockpot
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