Korean Soy Sauce Braised Chicken Thighs

Ingredients

• 8 pieces chicken thighs, bone-in, skin-on
• 1 cup soy sauce
• 1 cup dark soy sauce
• 3 tablespoons brown sugar
• 5 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 inch ginger, sliced
• 1 cup water
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 1 medium onion, sliced
• 2 stalks green onions, chopped
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds, toasted
• 1 teaspoon black pepper, freshly ground

Method

1. 01
   In a large pot or Dutch oven, heat sesame oil over medium-high heat.
2. 02
   Add chicken thighs skin-side down and sear until golden brown, about 5 minutes. Flip and sear the other side for another 3 minutes. Remove and set aside.
3. 03
   In the same pot, add sliced onion and cook until softened, about 2 minutes.
4. 04
   Stir in minced garlic and sliced ginger, cooking until fragrant, about 1 minute.
5. 05
   Pour in soy sauce, dark soy sauce, water, and brown sugar. Stir to combine.
6. 06
   Return chicken thighs to the pot, turning to coat them in the sauce.
7. 07
   Bring to a simmer, cover, and reduce heat to low. Cook for 30 minutes, occasionally turning the chicken to ensure even cooking.
8. 08
   Uncover and increase heat to medium. Cook for an additional 10 minutes, allowing the sauce to thicken.
9. 09
   Transfer chicken to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped green onions and toasted sesame seeds.
10. 10
    Serve hot with steamed rice or your choice of side.