Description
Indulge in the Spicy Korean BBQ Chicken Sandwich with Crispy Slaw, a culinary delight that perfectly marries bold flavors and textures. This sandwich features succulent marinated chicken thighs infused with the fiery essence of gochujang, complemented by a refreshing, crunchy slaw tossed in zesty lime mayo. Ideal for any occasion—be it summer barbecues, casual lunches, or weeknight dinners—this dish is sure to captivate your taste buds and leave everyone craving more.
Ingredients
Scale
- 1 lb boneless, skinless chicken thighs
- 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean red chili paste)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon honey
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 4 cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
- 1 teaspoon black pepper
- 4 burger buns (preferably brioche)
- 1 cup green cabbage, finely shredded
- 1 cup carrots, julienned
- 1/4 cup mayonnaise
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon sriracha (optional for extra heat)
- Fresh cilantro, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
- Oil for cooking (canola or vegetable)
Instructions
- In a bowl, mix gochujang, soy sauce, honey, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, rice vinegar, and black pepper to create the marinade.
- Marinate chicken thighs for at least 1 hour (preferably overnight).
- Prepare the slaw by combining shredded cabbage and julienned carrots in one bowl and mixing mayonnaise and lime juice in another; dress and toss the vegetables.
- Grill marinated chicken on medium-high heat until cooked through.
- Assemble sandwiches by layering sliced chicken on toasted buns topped with crispy slaw.
- Prep Time: 20 minutes
- Cook Time: 15 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Grilling
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 sandwich
- Calories: 480
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 16g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 46g
- Fiber: 4g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 115mg