A spicy and flavorful dish featuring marinated wings with a pepper mix for an extra kick.

Prep Time
20min
Cook Time
30min
Total Time
50min
Salt & Pepper Wings recipe

Ingredients

4 Servings
(1 serving = 1 portion of wings)

Marinade

  • 4g
    salt
  • 4g
    sugar
  • 2g
    white pepper
  • 20g
    light soy sauce
  • 10g
    dark soy sauce
  • 20g
    oyster sauce
  • 15g
    sake
  • 2g
    sesame oil

Pepper Mix

  • 35g
    shallots
  • 6g
    garlic slivers
  • 12g
    scallion whites (sliced)
  • 40g
    jalapeño rings (no seeds)
  • 10g
    habanero rings (no seeds)

Dusting

  • Half and half of corn starch and potato starch

How to make Salt & Pepper Wings

Marinade Preparation

  1. In a bowl, combine salt, sugar, white pepper, light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, oyster sauce, sake, and sesame oil.

  2. Mix well until the sugar and salt are dissolved.

Pepper Mix Preparation

  1. Slice the shallots, garlic, scallion whites, jalapeño, and habanero into rings.

Cooking the Wings

  1. Marinate the wings in the prepared marinade for at least 30 minutes.

  2. Fry them till golden brown after dusting them with cornstarch and potato starch mix.

  3. In a pan, sauté the pepper mix until fragrant and slightly softened.

  4. Toss the baked wings with the sautéed pepper mix before serving.

Nutrition (per serving)

Calories

18.6kcal (0.93%)

Protein

0.8g (1.56%)

Carbs

2.7g (0.98%)

Sugars

1.9g (3.8%)

Healthy Fat

0.7g

Unhealthy Fat

0.1g

% Daily Value based on a 2000 calorie diet

Tips & Tricks

  1. For extra flavor, marinate the wings overnight.

  2. Adjust the amount of jalapeño and habanero to control the spice level.

FAQS

  1. Can I use chicken drumsticks instead of wings?

    Yes, chicken drumsticks can be used, but adjust the cooking time accordingly.

  2. How can I make the wings less spicy?

    Reduce the amount of jalapeño and habanero in the pepper mix.

  3. Can I grill the wings instead of frying them?

    Yes, grilling the wings is a great alternative to frying.

  4. What can I serve with these wings?

    These wings pair well with a side of rice or a fresh salad.

  5. Can I make this dish in advance?

    Yes, you can marinate the wings in advance and cook them when ready to serve.

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