Fiery & Crispy Spicy Korean Q Wingstop Wings

Ingredients

• 24 chicken wing drumettes and flats (about 3 lbs / 1.4 kg)
• 1 teaspoon kosher salt
• 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
• 1 cup cornstarch (120 g) – for coating
• Vegetable oil, for frying (or for baking spray)
• 3 tablespoons gochujang (Korean chili paste)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce (preferably low sodium)
• 2 tablespoons honey or brown sugar
• 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
• 1 tablespoon sesame oil
• 3 garlic cloves, finely minced
• 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
• 1 tablespoon water (to adjust sauce consistency)
• 1 teaspoon toasted sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
• 2 green onions, thinly sliced (optional, for garnish)