Sticky Chinese Chicken Wings
User Reviews
5
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Prep Time
10 mins
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Cook Time
50 mins
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Total Time
1 hr
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Servings
6 - 8
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Calories
362 kcal
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Course
Main Course, Appetizer, Snacks
Sticky Chinese Chicken Wings
Description
These wings are first tossed briefly in a marinade combining toasted sesame oil, lemon juice, Shaoxing wine (or substitute), soy sauce, brown sugar or honey, hoisin sauce, oyster sauce, ketchup, chili garlic sauce, fresh garlic, ginger, and five spice powder. The marinade is applied just before baking to preserve the texture, with a recommended maximum marinating time of one hour to prevent dryness. The wings bake at 180°C/350°F for 45 to 50 minutes, receiving brushings of the reserved marinade midway to build a sticky glaze.
The cooking process results in wings that pull easily from the bone and carry a deep, complex flavor and glossy appearance with some charred spots for texture contrast. The suggested garnishes like shallots, scallions, sesame seeds, coriander leaves, and fresh chili add freshness and crunch.
These wings can be reheated in the microwave and keep well for several days. Substitutions for several marinade ingredients are given, such as citrus, vinegar options, and alternative sauces to accommodate availability and taste preferences.
Ingredients
- 1.5 kg /3 lb chicken wings , cut into drumettes and wingettes (Note 1)
Chicken Wing Marinade (Note 2 for substitutions)
- 1/2 tsp sesame oil , toasted
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
- 2 tbsp Chinese cooking wine (Shaoxing wine, sub Mirin, dry sherry)
- 2 tbsp soy sauce , light or all purpose
- 2 tbsp brown sugar or honey
- 1 1/2 tbsp hoisin sauce
- 1 1/2 tbsp oyster sauce
- 1/4 cup ketchup or Aussie tomato sauce
- 1 tbsp Chili garlic sauce or sambal oelek (adjust spiciness to taste
- 4 cloves garlic , minced
- 1 tbsp ginger , finely grated
- 1/2 tsp five spice powder
Garnishes (optional)
- shallot finely sliced
- scallion finely sliced
- sesame seeds
- Coriander leaves aka cilantro leaves
- chili finely sliced, fresh
Instructions
- Mix Marinade ingredients.
- Place wings in large bowl, pour over Marinade and toss well. Set aside for 10 minutes - do not marinate for longer than 1 hour. (Note 3)
- Preheat the oven to 180C/350F.
- Line baking tray with foil then greaseproof paper (you'll thank me later).
- Shake excess marinade off wings (but reserve the marinade) and spread on baking tray - can be fairly snug but not super squished (use 2 trays if needed).
- Bake 45 - 50 minutes, basting with a brush at 25 minutes and 35 minutes, using the reserved marinade and juieces on the tray.
- The meat should be able to be pulled off the bones quite easily, they should be just starting to char on the edges and a sticky, dark red/golden colour all over.
- Sprinkle with garnishes - coriander/cilantro leaves, sesame seeds, chilli, sliced shallots/scallions - then serve!
Notes
- Cut wings into drumettes and wingettes; discard wing tips or use for stock.
- Limit marinating time to one hour to avoid drying out the wings or diluting the marinade.
- Use toasted sesame oil for authentic flavor; substitutes include other dark sesame oils.
- Lemon juice can be replaced with rice or white vinegar if preferred.
- Shaoxing wine substitutes include Mirin or dry sherry; no-alcohol options are chicken broth.
- Light soy sauce is preferred over dark to prevent overpowering saltiness.
- Hoisin and oyster sauces can be interchanged with adjustments to five spice powder amounts.
- Reheat leftovers in the microwave; wings keep for 3-4 days.
- Fresh garlic and ginger are best, though dried forms may be used in emergencies.
Nutrition Information
Show DetailsNutrition Facts
Serving: 6- 8
Amount Per Serving
Calories 362 kcal
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 207g | |
| Calories | 362cal | 18% |
| Carbohydrates | 8g | 3% |
| Protein | 50.2g | 100% |
| Fat | 13.1g | 20% |
| Saturated Fat | 3.6g | 18% |
| Cholesterol | 152mg | 51% |
| Sodium | 798mg | 33% |
| Potassium | 491mg | 10% |
| Sugar | 5.3g | 11% |
| Vitamin A | 200IU | 4% |
| Vitamin C | 6.6mg | 7% |
| Calcium | 40mg | 4% |
| Iron | 2.5mg | 14% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.
User Reviews
Overall Rating
5
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