Asian Zing Wings: Ingredients:
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 2 tablespoons hoisin sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon grated ginger
- 1 teaspoon sriracha sauce (adjust according to your spice preference)
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish
Instructions:
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, minced garlic, grated ginger, sriracha sauce, salt, and pepper. Whisk well to create the marinade.
- Place the chicken wings in a large resealable bag or container. Pour the marinade over the wings, ensuring they are fully coated. Seal the bag or cover the container and refrigerate for at least 2 hours (or overnight for best results).
- Preheat vegetable oil in a deep fryer or large skillet to about 375°F (190°C).
- Remove the wings from the marinade, allowing any excess to drip off, and reserve the marinade for later use.
- Carefully add the wings to the hot oil in batches, without overcrowding the pan. Fry the wings for about 10-12 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy.
- Once the wings are cooked, remove them from the oil and let them drain on a paper towel-lined plate.
- In a separate saucepan, pour the reserved marinade and bring it to a boil over medium heat. Reduce the heat and let it simmer for about 5 minutes, or until the sauce thickens slightly.
- Place the cooked wings in a large bowl and pour the thickened marinade sauce over them. Toss the wings to coat them evenly with the sauce.
- Transfer the Asian zing wings to a serving platter and sprinkle with sesame seeds and sliced green onions for garnish.
- Serve the wings hot as an appetizer or as part of your soul food spread.
These Asian zing wings with a soul food twist offer a delicious blend of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors that are sure to be a hit!