Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings ala Wida
Ingredients
- 500 grams chicken wings (cut into 3 parts and discard the wing tips)
- 1-2 packets Kentucky-style breading mix (or make your own flour mixture)
- 5-6 tablespoons sweet chili sauce
- 2 tablespoons chili sauce
- 1 tablespoon tomato ketchup
- 1-2 cloves garlic (crushed and finely chopped)
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
- 1 teaspoon cornstarch (diluted with a little water)
- Salt (to taste)
- Sugar (to taste)
- Cooking oil (for frying)
- Optional garnish: chopped celery or fried shallots
Instructions
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Prepare the Chicken Wings:
- Wash the chicken wings thoroughly and cut them into three parts, discarding the tips. Pat dry with paper towels.
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Breading the Chicken:
- Coat the chicken wings with a mixture of flour (diluted with water) and then roll them in the dry breading mix. Repeat this process twice to ensure a crispy coating.
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Frying:
- Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium heat. Fry the breaded chicken wings until they turn golden brown and crispy. Remove and drain on paper towels.
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Making the Sauce:
- In a separate pan, heat a little oil over medium heat. Add the chopped garlic and sauté until fragrant.
- Add the sweet chili sauce, chili sauce, and tomato ketchup. Stir well to combine.
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Seasoning the Sauce:
- Season the sauce with ground black pepper, sugar, and salt to taste. Pour in a small amount of water to achieve the desired consistency.
- Mix in the diluted cornstarch and cook until the sauce thickens. Adjust the seasoning as needed.
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Combining:
- Pour the prepared sauce over the fried chicken wings. Toss to ensure the wings are evenly coated with the sauce.
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Serving:
- Transfer the chicken wings to a serving dish. Garnish with chopped celery or fried shallots if desired.
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Enjoy:
- Your Sweet and Spicy Chicken Wings ala Wida are now ready to be served. Enjoy this delectable dish as an appetizer or main course!
Happy Cooking & Enjoy Your Meal!
