Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings

Name: Salt & Pepper Chicken Wings
Total time: 3000 s
Yield: 2 servings
Cuisine: American
Ingredients: 12 wings; 1 cup cornstarch; 1/2 onion (sliced); 1 jalapeno (sliced); 1 tbsp garlic; 1/2 tsp salt; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 1 tsp sugar; vegetable oil; 1/2 tsp garlic powder; 1/2 tsp onion powder; 1/2 tsp white pepper; 1 tbsp shaoxing wine

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Salt & pepper chicken wings (椒鹽雞翼) is classic appetizer commonly found at Chinese restaurants and cafes. These wings are known for their simplicity and bold flavors using simple seasonings such as salt, pepper, and sugar.

The pepper adds a subtle heat that elevates the dish without overpowering it. The combination of crunchy texture and savory taste makes salt and pepper wings a favorite for many, perfect for snacking or as a party appetizer.

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Ingredients

50 mins

2 servings

12wings
1 cupcornstarch
1/2onion (sliced)
1jalapeno (sliced)
1 tbspgarlic
1/2 tspsalt
1/2 tspblack pepper
1 tspsugar
vegetable oil
Marinade
1/2 tspgarlic powder
1/2 tsponion powder
1/2 tspwhite pepper
1 tbspshaoxing wine

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Steps

50 mins

1

All the ingredients needed in photo form.
2

Marinate chicken wings with the marinade listed for 30 mins. Coat in cornstarch after 30 mins.
3

Fry at 375F for 10 mins and let it rest for 5 mins
4

Optional- double fry for 2-3 mins
5

Create salt, pepper, and sugar seasoning with the measurements above and mix it. (You won't be using it all, but this is just the ratio)
6

Sauté jalapeños and onions for 1 min, add garlic and sauté for 1 min.
7

Add chicken wings and sprinkle salt, pepper, and sugar seasoning to your taste buds.