Chinese-Style Fried Chicken Wings
Crispy, salty, and aromatic chicken wings marinated in soy-sesame flavors and fried to perfection.
- Prep Time: 30 minutes
- Cook Time: 20 minutes
- Total Time: 50 minutes
- Yield: 4 servings 1x
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Frying
- Cuisine: Chinese
- Diet: Non-Vegetarian
Ingredients
Scale
- 2 pounds chicken wings
- 1/4 cup soy sauce
- 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
- 1 tablespoon sesame oil
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon ginger, minced
- 1 teaspoon five-spice powder
- Salt and pepper to taste
- Vegetable oil for frying
- Chopped green onions for garnish
- Sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
- In a large bowl, whisk together soy sauce, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, five-spice powder, and a pinch of salt and pepper until even.
- Add chicken wings to the marinade and toss to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes or overnight for stronger flavor.
- Pour vegetable oil into a deep pan to a depth of 1–1.5 inches. Heat over medium-high to a steady 350–375°F (175–190°C).
- Remove wings from marinade, letting excess drip off. Pat dry if very wet.
- Add wings in batches to the hot oil, frying for 8–10 minutes until golden brown and cooked through.
- Transfer cooked wings to paper towels to drain briefly, then sprinkle with green onions and sesame seeds. Serve hot.
Notes
Use low-sodium soy sauce for more control over salt levels. For gluten-free options, substitute tamari for soy sauce.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 4 pieces
- Calories: 400
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 600mg
- Fat: 22g
- Saturated Fat: 6g
- Unsaturated Fat: 12g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 10g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 30g
- Cholesterol: 100mg