Sweet and Sour Chicken Wings
Get ready to tantalize your taste buds with these Sweet and Sour Chicken Wings, a perfect balance of crispy, savory, and tangy goodness! This recipe combines golden fried chicken wings with a luscious homemade sauce made from ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and a touch of pineapple juice for a tropical twist. Coated with a cornstarch crust, the wings turn irresistibly crispy, making them the ultimate appetizer or party snack. Garnished with sesame seeds and fresh green onions, these wings not only look stunning but deliver a flavor explosion in every bite. Whether you're hosting a game day bash or craving takeout-style comfort food, these sweet and sour chicken wings will have everyone coming back for seconds. Perfectly shareable and undeniably delicious!
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Recipe Information
Ingredients
- 2 pounds Chicken wings
- 1 teaspoon Salt
- 0.5 teaspoon Black pepper
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 3 tablespoons Cornstarch
- 3 cups Vegetable oil
- 0.5 cup Ketchup
- 0.25 cup Rice vinegar
- 0.25 cup Brown sugar
- 2 tablespoons Soy sauce
- 0.25 cup Pineapple juice
- 3 tablespoons Water
- 1 tablespoon Cornstarch (for sauce)
- 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)
- 2 tablespoons Green onions (sliced, optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat the chicken wings dry with a paper towel. Place them in a large bowl and season with salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Toss to coat evenly.
Sprinkle 3 tablespoons of cornstarch over the wings and toss until each wing is lightly coated. This will help them crisp up during frying.
In a deep skillet or heavy-bottomed pot, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C). If you don’t have a thermometer, you can test the oil by dropping in a small piece of batter; it should sizzle immediately.
Fry the wings in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pan, for about 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Remove the wings with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack or a plate lined with paper towels to drain excess oil.
While the wings are frying, prepare the sweet and sour sauce. In a medium saucepan, combine ketchup, rice vinegar, brown sugar, soy sauce, and pineapple juice. Bring the mixture to a gentle simmer over medium heat, stirring occasionally.
In a small bowl, mix 3 tablespoons of water with 1 tablespoon of cornstarch to create a slurry. Gradually whisk the slurry into the simmering sauce. Cook for 1-2 minutes, or until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency. Remove from heat.
Place the fried chicken wings in a large bowl. Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the wings and toss until they are evenly coated.
Transfer the coated wings to a serving platter. Garnish with sesame seeds and sliced green onions, if desired.
Serve immediately and enjoy your sweet and sour chicken wings!
Nutrition Facts
Calories |
8480 | ||
|---|---|---|---|
% Daily Value* |
|||
| Total Fat | 815.1 g | 1045% | |
| Saturated Fat | 134.2 g | 671% | |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 454.4 g | ||
| Cholesterol | 1016 mg | 339% | |
| Sodium | 7825 mg | 340% | |
| Total Carbohydrate | 162.2 g | 59% | |
| Dietary Fiber | 4.0 g | 14% | |
| Total Sugars | 66.0 g | ||
| Protein | 181.2 g | 362% | |
| Vitamin D | 1.8 mcg | 9% | |
| Calcium | 349 mg | 27% | |
| Iron | 12.7 mg | 71% | |
| Potassium | 1903 mg | 40% | |
*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.
