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Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings

Irresistible Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings That Wow!

This Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings recipe wows with a crispy exterior and a sticky glaze, perfect for any gathering.
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Prep Time 20 minutes
Cook Time 25 minutes
Resting Time 10 minutes
Total Time 55 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: American
Calories: 250
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Chicken Wings
  • 2 pounds Chicken Wings Fresh or thawed, separated into drumettes and flats
  • 1 cup Cornstarch Essential for crispy skin when frying
  • 1 teaspoon Salt
  • 1 teaspoon Pepper
For the Frying
  • 4 cups Neutral Oil (Canola or Vegetable) High smoke point oils for frying
For the Sauce
  • 1/2 cup Soy Sauce Adds umami depth and saltiness
  • 1/3 cup Honey Naturally sweetens the sauce
  • 2 tablespoons Gochujang or Chili Garlic Sauce Adjust based on spice tolerance
  • 4 cloves Garlic, minced Infuses the sauce with deep flavor
  • 2 tablespoons Rice Vinegar Adds acidity to complement sweetness
For Garnishing
  • 1 tablespoon Sesame Seeds Adds texture and nutty flavor

Equipment

  • Deep pot
  • Wire Rack
  • medium saucepan
  • large bowl

Method
 

Preparation
  1. Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels, then season with salt and pepper.
  2. Toss wings in cornstarch until evenly coated; let sit for 10 minutes.
  3. Heat oil to 350°F (175°C) and fry wings for 8–10 minutes until light golden brown.
  4. Combine soy sauce, honey, gochujang, minced garlic, and rice vinegar in a saucepan; simmer for 5 minutes.
  5. Increase oil temperature to 375°F (190°C) and fry wings for another 3–5 minutes.
  6. Toss wings in the warm sauce until fully coated; serve immediately garnished with sesame seeds.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wingCalories: 250kcalCarbohydrates: 12gProtein: 18gFat: 15gSaturated Fat: 4gPolyunsaturated Fat: 1gMonounsaturated Fat: 8gCholesterol: 75mgSodium: 650mgPotassium: 250mgSugar: 8gVitamin A: 200IUVitamin C: 1mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Dry chicken wings thoroughly before frying for maximum crispiness. Maintain oil temperature for the best frying results.

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