Deep-fried Chicken Wings with Sweet and Savoury Soy

Name: Deep-fried Chicken Wings with Sweet and Savoury Soy Sauce Glaze
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 150 grams Chicken wings -- the midsection and the tip; 1 Coarsely ground salt and pepper; 1 Coarsely ground black pepper; 1 Plain flour; 1 White sesame seeds; 3 tbsp Sugar; 2 tbsp Sake; 2 tbsp Mirin; 4 tbsp Soy sauce; 1/2 tsp Dashi stock (powder)

Servings: persons

1
Mix together all the sauce ingredients in a sauce pan and bring to a simmer.
2
Turn the heat off.
3
Coat the chicken wings on all sides with coarsely ground salt and pepper.
4
Sprinkle again with just the coarsely ground black pepper.
5
Coat the chicken wings evenly with flour.
6
Shake off the excess flour.
7
Heat the oil until inserted chopsticks bubble straight away.
8
Put the chicken wings in the oil and deep-fry them over low to medium heat (deep-fry in batches if necessary).
9
After 5 minutes the chicken wings that sank to the bottom start to float to the surface.
10
Turn over each chicken wing and deep-fry for a further 5 minutes.
11
Turn up the heat to high and deep-fry until very crispy (about 15 minutes altogether).
12
Drain off the oil.
13
Coat the chicken wings with the sauce from Step 1 while they are still hot.
14
Arrange the chicken wings on a dish and sprinkle over with white sesame seeds.
15
Sprinkle with more coarsely ground black pepper if you like.
16
Transfer to a serving plate and drizzle over the sauce.

363

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* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

Tips for the best results

Read through all the steps once before you start and measure out your ingredients first — it makes everything go more smoothly.
Taste as you go and adjust the seasoning before serving.
Avoid overcrowding the pan — cook in batches if needed for the best texture.
Let the dish rest for a few minutes before serving so the flavors settle.
Store leftovers in an airtight container in the fridge and enjoy within a few days.

Variations & substitutions

Brown sugar instead of white sugar adds a deeper, more caramel-like flavor.
A good 1:1 gluten-free flour blend works well if you need a gluten-free version.

No specific allergen information. Please check the ingredient list for possible allergens.

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This recipe makes 4 servings. You can adjust the portion size directly on this page.

You need 10 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 150 grams Chicken wings -- the midsection and the tip, 1 Coarsely ground salt and pepper, 1 Coarsely ground black pepper, 1 Plain flour, and more.

Yes, Deep-fried Chicken Wings with Sweet and Savoury Soy Sauce Glaze falls under the Meat & Poultry category and is a great choice for this type of meal.

Store leftovers in an airtight container in the refrigerator for up to 3–4 days. Reheat gently before serving.

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Deep-fried Chicken Wings with Sweet and Savoury Soy Sauce Glaze

Tips for the best results

Variations & substitutions

My Personal Notes

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