Dakgalbi – Spicy Stir-Fried Chicken from Korea | Step-by-step in English

 Intro Paragraph : Dakgalbi is spicy chicken stir-fried with vegetables, a favorite in Korean homes and restaurants. Let’s cook this vibrant dish together in English.

Dakgalbi 

🍗 Dakgalbi (Korean Spicy Stir-Fried Chicken) Recipe & Nutrition

Chuncheon's representative food that stir-fry seasoned chicken and vegetables on an iron plate

🥢 1. Ingredients (Serves 2-3)

Main Ingredients

  • Boneless chicken thighs – 500g (cut into bite-sized pieces)

  • Sweet potato – 1 medium (peeled and sliced into thin rounds)

  • Cabbage – 1/4 head (chopped)

  • Carrot – 1/2 (julienned)

  • Onion – 1 medium (sliced)

  • Green onion – 2 stalks (chopped)

  • Garlic – 3 cloves (minced)

  • Sesame oil – 1 tbsp

  • Sesame seeds – 1 tsp (for garnish)

Marinade

  • Gochujang (Korean chili paste) – 2 tbsp

  • Soy sauce – 2 tbsp

  • Sugar – 1 tbsp

  • Rice wine or mirin – 1 tbsp

  • Gochugaru (Korean chili flakes) – 1 tbsp (optional for extra heat)

  • Minced garlic – 1 tbsp

  • Black pepper – to taste


👩‍🍳 2. Cooking Instructions

1️⃣ Prepare the Chicken and Vegetables

  • Cut boneless chicken thighs into bite-sized pieces.

  • Prepare the sweet potato, cabbage, carrot, onion, and green onion as described.

2️⃣ Make the Marinade

  • In a bowl, combine gochujang, soy sauce, sugar, rice wine, gochugaru, garlic, and black pepper to create the marinade.

  • Coat the chicken with the marinade and let it sit for about 30 minutes to absorb the flavors.

3️⃣ Stir-Fry the Ingredients

  • Heat sesame oil in a large pan or wok over medium heat.

  • Add sweet potatoes and stir-fry for about 3-4 minutes until they begin to soften.

  • Add the marinated chicken and stir-fry for about 5-7 minutes until the chicken is cooked through.

4️⃣ Add Vegetables

  • Add the onion, carrot, and cabbage to the pan and stir-fry for another 3-5 minutes until the vegetables are tender and the chicken is fully cooked.

5️⃣ Serve

  • Garnish with green onions and sesame seeds.

  • Serve hot with a side of rice and kimchi.

Cheese Dakgalbi  


💪 3. Nutrition Facts (Per Serving, ~350g)

NutrientAmount
Calories400-500 kcal
Protein30-35g (from chicken)
Fat18-20g (from sesame oil and chicken)
Carbohydrates35-40g (from sweet potatoes & vegetables)
Sodium~900mg (from soy sauce & marinade)
Key BenefitsHigh in protein → Great for muscle recovery & energy

💡 Dakgalbi is a flavorful and spicy Korean dish, where tender chicken is stir-fried with vegetables and coated in a deliciously bold marinade! 🍗🌶️

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