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A plate of glazed chicken wings garnished with sesame seeds and sliced green onions. The wings are served on a blue plate, set on a white marble surface. A blue cloth is visible in the background.

Sticky Wings

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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 40 minutes
Servings 8
Calories 434 kcal

Ingredients
  

  • 4 pounds chicken wings separated into drumettes and wingettes
  • 1/2 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup honey
  • 3 tablespoons brown sugar
  • 3 tablespoons rice vinegar
  • 3 tablespoons oyster sauce
  • 3 tablespoons hoisin sauce
  • 1/4 cup sesame oil
  • 6 cloves garlic minced
  • 2- inch piece of ginger grated
  • 2 teaspoons Chinese five-spice powder
  • 1/2 cup water
  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch mixed with 4 tablespoons water to thicken sauce
  • 2 tablespoons sesame seeds toasted
  • 1 scallion finely sliced

Instructions
 

  • In a large bowl, whisk together the soy sauce, honey, brown sugar, rice vinegar, oyster sauce, hoisin sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, and Chinese five-spice powder until well combined.
  • Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated in the marinade.
  • Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or preferably overnight, to allow the flavors to fully develop.
  • Preheat your oven to 400°F. Line two baking sheets with foil or parchment paper and place wire racks on top for easy cleanup.
  • Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire racks, reserving the marinade for later.
  • Bake the wings for 35-40 minutes, turning halfway through, until they are golden brown and slightly charred on the edges.
  • While the wings bake, pour the reserved marinade into a large saucepan. Add 1/2 cup of water and bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat. Make sure it is a strong boil as this is important.
  • Reduce the heat and let it simmer for 5-7 minutes, allowing the sauce to reduce slightly.
  • Stir in the cornstarch slurry and continue simmering for another 2-3 minutes until the sauce thickens and becomes sticky.
  • Remove the baked wings from the oven and transfer them to a large mixing bowl.
  • Pour the thickened sauce over the wings and toss until they are evenly coated.
  • Place the sticky wings on a serving platter, garnishing with toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallion for a fresh finish.

Nutrition

Serving: 1 portionCalories: 434kcalCarbohydrates: 21gProtein: 25gFat: 28gSaturated Fat: 7gPolyunsaturated Fat: 8gMonounsaturated Fat: 11gTrans Fat: 0.2gCholesterol: 94mgSodium: 1185mgPotassium: 281mgFiber: 1gSugar: 15gVitamin A: 199IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 58mgIron: 2mg
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