Hanchu fried chicken restaurant

Fried chicken is one of the most popular dishes in Korea. So much so that the expression 'chimaeg', a mix of fried chicken (chi) and beer (maekju), has become the standard meal combo during night outs in Korea.

Fried chicken first appeared in Korea in the 60s, but didn't become a huge phenomenon until the early 90s. Then, the Korean fried chicken chain emerged to compete with Kentucky Fried Chicken. , the company entered the Korean market in the 80s with the expectation that Seoul would host the 1988 Summer Olympics. By the end of that decade, opening a shop for the chimaeg business had become a second favorite profession. for workers laid off during the Asian financial crisis. The popularity of KFC (Korean Fried Chicken), as the locals call it Korean fried chicken, has kept its place ever since.

Unlike American fried chicken, Koreans fry chicken twice. They coat it in flour and potato starch to fry it first in hot vegetable oil, then remove the chicken before it's fully cooked, and let it cool quickly. A few minutes later, the meat returns for a second dip in the hot oil, which removes excess moisture and creates fat on the skin. This double frying creates a wonderfully light coating that can withstand a variety of popular sauces - from a garlic-sweet soy-soy mix to a richly spicy gochujang-fermented chili-based mix - while remaining crispy.

Fried chicken is usually served with some pickled daikon radish and shredded cabbage with a creamy sauce, the richness of the meat is tempered by the acid of the pickles and the sweetness of the sauce pairs perfectly with the bitterness of the chicken. Korean beer.

In a city famous for its fried chicken, Hanchu is one of the locals' favorite eateries. This wonderful restaurant has been serving mouthwatering chicken dishes and traditional Korean dishes for over 20 years. From the simple, classic fried chicken to the spicy “gochu chicken” deep-fried with chili twice, the dishes at Hanchu are bursting with flavor and cooked to perfection. In addition to the excellent chicken, diners can also enjoy sweet and spicy rice cakes as well as kimchi fried rice with eggs on top.

Hanchu comes to life after 10pm, as revelers have made it their night out stop. The bright lights, cheap beer, and tight tables make it a lively place to meet friends.

Address: 549-9 Sinsa-dong, Gangnam-gu

Opening hours: daily 17:00 – 03:00