Savory Kalbi Chicken Legs: Crispy Air Fryer Delight

Savory Kalbi Chicken Legs bursting with Korean BBQ flavors, cooked to crispy perfection in the air fryer.

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Prep Time 2

Cook Time 30

Resting Time 5

Total Time 2 35

Servings: 4 legs

Course: Dinner

Cuisine: Korean

Calories: 350

Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients

Marinade

0.25 cups Soy Sauce Swap with tamari for gluten-free.
0.25 cups Mirin Rice vinegar can be used as an alternative.
2 inches Ginger Use fresh ginger for best flavor.
4 cloves Garlic Adjust based on preference.
2 tbsp Sesame Oil Olive oil can be a substitute.
2 tbsp Rice Vinegar White vinegar works as a substitute.
0.5 Apple Any sweet apple enhances the marinade.
2 tbsp Sweetener Use honey or maple syrup.
1 tsp Pepper Adjust based on spice tolerance.

Chicken

Chicken Quarters Thighs or drumsticks can be used.

Garnish

2 stalks Green Onion Chives can be a substitute.
Sesame Seeds Optional for garnish.

Equipment

Air Fryer
Blender
Zip-top bag

Method

Preparation

In a blender, combine the soy sauce, mirin, fresh ginger, garlic, sesame oil, rice vinegar, apple, sweetener, and pepper. Blend until smooth.
Cut slits into the chicken legs, place in a zip-top bag, pour marinade, seal and marinate for 1-2 hours or overnight.
Preheat air fryer to 375°F (190°C) for 3-5 minutes.
Remove chicken from marinade, place in air fryer basket in a single layer, and cook for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway.
Let the chicken rest for a few minutes, then garnish with sesame seeds and green onions before serving.

Nutrition

Serving: 1legCalories: 350kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 25gFat: 22gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 12gCholesterol: 100mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 6gVitamin A: 10IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 30mgIron: 2mg

Notes

For best flavor, marinate overnight. Avoid overcrowding the air fryer for crispiness.

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