Kitchen School : Korean Fried Chicken Burger

Learn to make this crispy Korean-inspired favourite.

Looking for a meal that's packed with bold flavour and guaranteed to impress? Join us at the Kitchen School on Wednesday 2 December 2026, from 16:00 to 18:00, and learn how to make a delicious Korean Fried Chicken Burger, featuring crispy coated chicken, fresh toppings and the perfect balance of sweet, savoury and spicy flavours.

Whether you're new to cooking or looking to add another crowd-pleasing recipe to your repertoire, this hands-on session will guide you through every step. You'll learn how to achieve perfectly crispy chicken, build layers of flavour and create a restaurant-style burger using simple techniques you can easily recreate at home.

You'll pick up practical cooking tips, learn useful techniques and leave with a recipe that's ideal for sharing with friends or enjoying as a satisfying weekend treat. Plus, it's a great opportunity to meet other students who enjoy good food and want to develop their culinary skills.

On the Menu: Korean Fried Chicken Burger

Crispy chicken coated in a flavour-packed Korean-inspired glaze and served in a soft burger bun. It's a popular street-food favourite that's surprisingly easy to make at home.

The Recipe

Cooking Time:

10 minutes prep

25 minutes cooking

Serves:

4 people

Ingredients

For the chicken

• 4 chicken thighs or chicken breast fillets
• 100g plain flour
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp paprika
• Salt and black pepper
• 1 egg, beaten
• Vegetable oil, for frying

For the Korean sauce

• 2 tbsp gochujang paste
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tbsp honey
• 1 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 garlic clove, crushed
• 1 tsp sesame oil

To serve

• 4 burger buns
• Lettuce leaves
• Sliced cucumber
• Spring onions, sliced
• Sesame seeds

Method

STEP 1
Combine the flour, garlic powder, paprika, salt and pepper in a bowl. Dip the chicken into the beaten egg, then coat thoroughly in the seasoned flour mixture.

STEP 2
Heat the oil in a frying pan and cook the chicken until golden, crispy and cooked through. Transfer to kitchen paper to drain.

STEP 3
Meanwhile, mix together the gochujang, soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, garlic and sesame oil in a small saucepan. Heat gently until the sauce thickens slightly.

STEP 4
Coat the cooked chicken in the warm Korean sauce, ensuring each piece is evenly coated.

STEP 5
Toast the burger buns if desired. Fill each bun with lettuce, the glazed chicken and sliced cucumber.

STEP 6
Finish with spring onions and a sprinkle of sesame seeds before serving.

Ready to put your cooking skills to the test?

Join us on Wednesday 2 December 2026, from 16:00 to 18:00, and learn how to create this delicious Korean Fried Chicken Burger from scratch in a fun, friendly environment. You'll gain practical cooking skills, discover new flavours and enjoy a meal you've made yourself.