Main ingredients
chicken thighsgreen chili peppersred chili peppersscallionsonionsoy saucecorn syrupsesame oilblack pepperred pepper flakesminced garliccolatoasted sesame seeds
This Man's Cook Galbi-Style Cola Braised Chicken
A savory-sweet braised chicken with rich color and deep flavor, using cola in the marinade and searing the chicken with sesame oil to lock in juices and umami.
Ingredients needed 2 servings
Recipe
Cooking tips
- Sear the chicken skin-side down over medium-low heat until golden brown and fully cooked through before adding the sauce—this ensures less greasiness and better texture.
- The natural sugars and caramel coloring from cola add a delicate sweetness and appetizing color to the sauce.
- Never wipe away the rendered juices and fat during grilling—they’re a natural umami essence; always incorporate them into the sauce while reducing for a richer, more flavorful result.
Recommended for
- Those who want to enjoy a satisfying, sweet-salty, homemade soy-based chicken stew instead of delivery chicken, safely and healthily.
- Parents looking to serve a nutritious snack for kids and adults alike, or anyone wanting a hearty, flavorful beer-friendly dish.
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