Korean Soy Garlic Wings (VIDEO)

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings (flats and drums separated
• 1 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp white pepper
• 4 cloves garlic
• 1 inch ginger
• 2 tbsp soy sauce
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 cup flour
• 1 cup cornstarch
• 1/2 tbsp kosher salt
• 1/2 tbsp white pepper
• 1/2 tbsp baking powder
• 1 quart neutral oil
• 1/2 tbsp cornstarch
• 1/4 cup water
• 2 tbsp neutral oil
• 4 cloves garlic
• 7 -8 dried red chilies
• 1/3 cup soy sauce
• 1/4 cup sugar
• 2 tbsp brown sugar
• 1 tbsp vinegar

Instructions

1. 1

   In a large bowl, marinate the chicken wings in salt, white pepper, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil. Mix until combined and marinate for 1-2 hours or overnight for best results.

2. 2

   In a large bowl, add flour, cornstarch, kosher salt, white pepper, and baking powder to create the Seasoning Mix. Mix together until combined, then add any leftover marinade (or 1-2 tbsp of water) into the Seasoning Mix. With your hands, rub the mix together with the liquid to create craggily bits in the seasoning mix.

3. 3

   Coat your wings into the Seasoning Mix, and pack in the dredge well making sure to leave no dry spots. Shake off any excess and let rest on a sheet pan for 5-10 minutes.

4. 4

   Line a tray with a wire rack. Add the oil to a large pot or dutch oven over medium high heat. Fry half of the wings at 350F for 6-8 minutes. Remove and set on the tray to drain and repeat with the rest of the wings.

5. 5

   Heat the oil temperature back to 350F. Fry all the wings a 2nd time at 350F for 1-2 minutes until the chicken is a deep golden brown. Remove and set on the rack allow excess oil to drain off.

6. 6

   In a small bowl, mix together the cornstarch and water to create a slurry and set aside. In a pan, heat 2 tbsp of neutral oil over medium heat. Add the garlic and chili and fry 30-45 seconds until fragrant, then add soy sauce, water, sugar, brown sugar, garlic and vinegar. Stir until the sauce bubbles and the sugar is dissolved, about 2-3 minutes. Then add the cornstarch slurry and mix until thickened.

7. 7

   Toss the wings directly into the sauce until coated and enjoy!