Chinese-Style Fried Chicken Wings
Crispy and savory Chinese-style fried chicken wings marinated in a soy-sesame mixture and deep-fried to perfection.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Gluten-Free (if using tamari)
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon five-spice powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, mix soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, five-spice powder, salt, and pepper.
- Add chicken wings to the marinade and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
- Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan over medium-high heat.
- Remove wings from marinade and let excess drip off.
- Fry wings in batches until golden brown and crispy, about 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally.
- Drain on paper towels and sprinkle with chopped green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Notes
For a lighter option, bake at 425°F for 30-40 minutes, turning halfway; broil briefly to crisp skin. Ensure to maintain oil temperature for optimal crispiness.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 serving
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 800mg
- Fat: 25g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Unsaturated Fat: 15g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 85mg
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