Thai Wings Recipe
Fried chicken wings topped with crispy garlic and served with sweet & sour sauce.
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Ingredients
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Chicken Wings
Crispy Garlic Topping
Sweet & Sour Sauce
Method
Preparing Chicken Wings
- 1
Prepare the Wings
Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels.
- 2
Coat the Wings
In a large bowl, mix together the all-purpose flour, cornstarch, salt, black pepper, and garlic powder. Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated.
- 3
Heat the Oil
In a large pot or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil to 350°F (175°C).
- 4
Fry the Wings
Carefully add the coated chicken wings to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the pot. Fry for about 10-12 minutes or until golden brown and cooked through. Remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.
Making Crispy Garlic Topping
- 5
Prepare the Garlic
Peel and thinly slice the garlic cloves.
- 6
Fry the Garlic
In a small saucepan, heat the 0.25 cups of vegetable oil over medium heat. Add the sliced garlic and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 2-3 minutes. Remove from the oil and place on paper towels to drain.
Preparing Sweet & Sour Sauce
- 7
Mix the Ingredients
In a small saucepan, combine the sugar, ketchup, rice vinegar, soy sauce, pineapple juice, cornstarch, and water.
- 8
Cook the Sauce
Bring the mixture to a boil over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sauce thickens, about 3-5 minutes. Remove from heat.
Final Assembly
- 9
Serve the Wings
Place the fried chicken wings on a serving platter. Drizzle with the sweet and sour sauce and sprinkle the crispy garlic on top. Serve immediately.