Korean-Style Chicken He with Carrots and Onions
A bright, spicy, and flavorful appetizer for holidays or every day! Korean-Style Chicken He turns out incredibly juicy and appetizing. It can be served as a main dish with a side or enjoyed as a snack. Beautiful both on a festive table and at a simple family dinner.
Updated : 28 October, 2025
Easy
More than 1 hour.
Ingredients
1.2 kilograms
Chicken
150 grams
Carrot
150 grams
Onion
100 grams
Bell pepper
1.5 teaspoon
Paprika
100 milliliters
Vegetable oil
1.5 tablespoon
Vinegar
0.5 teaspoon
Sugar
50 grams
Greens
to taste
Salt
to taste
Ground black pepper
Table
Table of volume measurements:
- teaspoon - 5 ml
- dessert spoon - 10 ml
- tablespoon - 20 ml
- glass - 200 ml
Preparation
Step 1
Pluck and clean the chicken, removing innards and singeing any remaining down. If frozen, thaw it in the fridge beforehand. Use red salad onions or shallots for a milder taste, though regular onions will also work.
Step 2
Boil the chicken until tender. You can cook it whole or cut into pieces first. I usually reserve the back for broth and don’t use it for this dish. Cover the chicken with cold water, bring to a boil, skim foam, salt, and simmer over medium heat until done.
Step 3
Meanwhile, prepare the vegetables. Peel onions and carrots. Halve bell peppers, remove seeds and cores. Use peppers of different colors for a brighter, more appetizing look. Rinse and pat dry.
Step 4
Grate the carrots on a special Korean-style grater. Slice the onions into thin half rings or strips.
Step 5
Slice the bell peppers similarly into thin strips.
Step 6
When the chicken is cooked, remove the pieces with a slotted spoon and place them on a plate to cool. The leftover broth can be used for soup.
Step 7
Heat vegetable oil in a skillet until very hot. You can add a halved onion to flavor the oil, then remove it.
Step 8
Put the chicken into a large mixing bowl and add the grated carrots.
Step 9
Pour the hot oil over the mixture.
Step 10
Add the sliced onions.
Step 11
Then add the bell peppers and finely chopped herbs (parsley, dill, or cilantro).
Step 12
Add salt, sugar, and all the spices. Pour in vinegar.
Step 13
Mix everything gently but thoroughly. Taste and adjust salt or vinegar as needed. The flavor should be tangy, sweet, and salty. Cover and refrigerate for a few hours.
Step 14
The longer it marinates, the better it tastes - ideally 4-5 hours or overnight.
Step 15
Delicious and full of flavor - definitely worth trying!