Kim Dae-seok's Zikova-Style Chicken

Grilled in a pan without frying, then simmered with chewy rice cakes and a spicy-sweet sauce, this Jikoba-style chicken removes excess oil while delivering bold flavor.

Ingredients needed 2 servings

Recipe

Cooking tips

  • Adding curry powder during marination helps eliminate the characteristic gaminess of chicken and enhances a rich, savory depth.
  • Mixing half a cup of water into the sauce ensures proper consistency—this prevents burning and allows the sauce to penetrate evenly into the chicken.
  • Starting to cook from the skin side allows natural fat to render out, preventing burning and achieving a crisp exterior with a juicy interior.

Recommended for

  • Those who enjoy a non-greasy, clean-tasting chicken with a smoky grilled flavor.
  • People who love pairing sweet-savory sauce with rice for a satisfying 'chibap' experience.
  • Home cooks looking to recreate popular restaurant-style chicken dishes without dining out or ordering delivery.

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