Description
Indulge in the mouthwatering delight of Kalbi Chicken Legs made effortlessly in your air fryer! This recipe brings the bold, savory flavors of Korean BBQ to your kitchen, featuring juicy chicken legs marinated in a delectable blend of ingredients. Perfect for busy weeknights or family gatherings, these air-fried chicken legs offer a quick and satisfying meal that doesn’t compromise on taste. With just a handful of ingredients and 30 minutes of cooking time, you can elevate your dinner routine with this easy yet impressive dish. Enjoy crispy skin and tender meat that will leave everyone asking for seconds!
Ingredients
Scale
- 6 chicken quarters
- ½ apple
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- ¼ cup mirin
- 2 inches ginger
- 4 cloves garlic
- 2 stalks green onion
- 2 tbsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp rice vinegar
- 2 tbsp sugar (or sweetener)
- 1 tsp pepper
- Sesame seeds (optional for topping)
Instructions
- Prepare the Marinade: In a mixing bowl, combine soy sauce, mirin, sesame oil, rice vinegar, sugar, and pepper. Grate the apple, ginger, and garlic into the mixture. Finely chop green onions and mix everything well.
- Marinate the Chicken: Place chicken quarters in a resealable bag or bowl. Pour marinade over and refrigerate for at least 15 minutes (longer for more flavor).
- Preheat Air Fryer: Set your air fryer to preheat at 375°F (190°C).
- Cook the Chicken: Remove chicken from marinade and shake off excess liquid. Arrange chicken in a single layer in the air fryer basket and cook for about 25 minutes or until crispy.
- Serve: Let rest for a few minutes before serving, garnished with sesame seeds if desired.
- Prep Time: 5 minutes
- Cook Time: 25 minutes
- Category: Dinner
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Korean
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 320
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 720mg
- Fat: 20g
- Saturated Fat: 4g
- Unsaturated Fat: 14g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 8g
- Fiber: 1g
- Protein: 27g
- Cholesterol: 125mg