Red-Cooked Chicken Wings Recipe

Name: Red-Cooked Chicken Wings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Ingredients: 2 cups chicken broth; 1 cup water; 1/2 cup soy sauce; 1/4 cup medium-dry Sherry; 1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar; 1 tablespoon rice vinegar; two 3-inch cinnamon sticks; 1 tablespoon star anise, crushed lightly with the flat side of a heavy knife; 2 slices of fresh gingerroot, each about the size of a quarter, flattened with the flat side of a heavy knife; 2 scallions, flattened with the flat side of a heavy knife, plus 1/4 cup minced scallion; 2 pounds chicken wings (about 10); vegetable oil for deep-frying; 1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water; cooked rice as an accompaniment

Servings: persons

2 cups chicken broth
1 cup water
1/2 cup soy sauce
1/4 cup medium-dry Sherry
1/4 cup firmly packed dark brown sugar
1 tablespoon rice vinegar
two 3-inch cinnamon sticks
1 tablespoon star anise, crushed lightly with the flat side of a heavy knife
2 slices of fresh gingerroot, each about the size of a quarter, flattened with the flat side of a heavy knife
2 scallions, flattened with the flat side of a heavy knife, plus 1/4 cup minced scallion
2 pounds chicken wings (about 10)
vegetable oil for deep-frying
1 teaspoon cornstarch dissolved in 1 tablespoon water
cooked rice as an accompaniment

1
In a large saucepan combine the broth, the water, the soy sauce, the Sherry, the brown sugar, the vinegar, the cinnamon sticks, the star anise, the gingerroot, and the flattened scallions, bring the liquid to a boil, and simmer the mixture for 20 minutes.
2
Cut off the wing tips, reserving them for another use such as stock if desired, halve the wings at the joint, and pat them dry.
3
In a large deep fryer or large deep kettle heat 2 inches of the oil to 375F.
4
on a deep-fat thermometer and in it fry the wings, 5 pieces at a time, for 5 to 8 minutes, or until they are golden and crisp.
5
Transfer the wings with a slotted spoon as they are fried to paper towels to drain and make sure the oil returns to 375F.
6
before adding each new batch.
7
Add the wings to the soy-sauce mixture and braise them, covered, over moderately low heat for 45 minutes.
8
Stir the cornstarch mixture, stir it into the braising liquid, and simmer the mixture for 1 minute, or until it is thickened.
9
Serve the wings with the sauce over the rice, sprinkle with the minced scallion.

658

kcal

Calories

Fat

Carbs

110

Protein

Fat Carbs Protein

* Per serving · 4 servings · Values may vary.

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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 14 ingredients. The key ingredients include: 2 cups chicken broth, 1 cup water, 1/2 cup soy sauce, 1/4 cup medium-dry Sherry, and more.

Yes, Red-Cooked Chicken Wings 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.

Red-Cooked Chicken Wings

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