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Kalbi Chicken Legs

Savory Kalbi Chicken Legs: Your New Favorite Air Fryer Recipe

Delight in these Kalbi Chicken Legs, marinated to perfection and cooked in an air fryer for a quick, flavorful dinner.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 2 hours
Total Time 3 hours
Servings: 4 legs
Course: Dinner
Cuisine: Korean
Calories: 320
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken
  • 4 quarters Chicken drumsticks or thighs preferred
For the Marinade
  • 1 medium Apple or pear as substitute
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce low-sodium preferred
  • 1/4 cup Mirin or white wine as substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Fresh Ginger or ground ginger if fresh unavailable
  • 4 cloves Garlic or garlic powder in a pinch
  • 2 tablespoons Green Onion omit if unavailable
  • 2 tablespoons Sesame Oil or olive oil as substitute
  • 1 tablespoon Rice Vinegar or white wine vinegar as alternative
  • 2 tablespoons Sweetener (Sugar) honey or agave syrup can substitute
  • 1/2 teaspoon Pepper adjust to taste
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds for garnish, optional

Equipment

  • air fryer
  • blender
  • Zip-top bag

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare the Marinade: Blend the apple, ginger, garlic, green onion, soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sweetener, and pepper until smooth. Set aside some marinade for later.
  2. Marinate the Chicken: Make slits in the chicken legs and place them in a zip-top bag. Pour the marinade over, seal, and refrigerate for at least 2 hours or overnight.
  3. Preheat Air Fryer: Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for about 5 minutes.
  4. Air Fry the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade, place in air fryer, and cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  5. Serve and Garnish: Let the chicken rest, then serve hot, garnished with sesame seeds and green onions.

Nutrition

Serving: 1quarterCalories: 320kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 29gFat: 18gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 6gMonounsaturated Fat: 7gCholesterol: 105mgSodium: 600mgPotassium: 600mgFiber: 1gSugar: 4gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 5mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1.5mg

Notes

For enhanced flavor, consider adding a touch of gochujang to the marinade. Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3-4 days in the fridge.

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