Honey Garlic Chicken Wings
When i get the craving for some wings, i make this simple, sweet and sticky sauce - a real crowd pleaser! Even the kids will love it! the extra step of brining the wings will be the big pay-off as the chicken meat will be moist and flavorful right to the bone. Your family will ask you to make these delicious wings again and again.
Steps
Brine the wings in a covered container by first dissolving kosher salt in cold water.
Make sure there is enough water to cover the wings.
Refrigerate the wings and salt solution for 4-6 hours maximum.
Meanwhile , make the sauce: combine the honey , ketchup , dark soy sauce , vinegar , minced garlic , black pepper and cayenne in a small saucepan.
Simmer on low for 15 minutes to thicken.
Set aside.
After the wings are done brining , heat the oil in a deep fryer to 320f.
Drain the wings and dry them with paper towel.
When the oil reaches the desired temperature , fry the wings a batch at a time.
Depending on the size of your wings , cooking time will vary from 10-15 minutes.
Remove wings from the fryer and place in a large bowl.
Add 2 tbsp of the sauce and toss the wings to coat evenly.
Add more sauce if needed , but start with a little at a time.
Continue frying up remaining wings and repeat this step.
Serve with napkins , as these get your fingers sticky !.
Ingredients
chicken wings, water, kosher salt, vegetable oil, honey, ketchup, dark soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, garlic cloves, ground black pepper, cayenne pepper