Chili Chicken Wings

Deliciously sticky and spicy Asian-inspired chicken wings coated in a flavorful sauce made with vinegar, plum sauce, hoisin, and fresh chilies. Perfect for parties or as an appetizer.

6 servings
1 hr 20 min

Ingredients

  • cups rice or cider vinegar
  • 1 cup sugar
  • ¾ cup ketchup
  • 6 tablespoons Chinese plum sauce
  • 1 tablespoon hoisin sauce
  • 2 tablespoons garlic
  • 2 tablespoons fresh chili
  • 3 tablespoons fresh ginger
  • 1 teaspoon salt
  • 1 tablespoon cornstarch
  • 30 pieces chicken wings
  • 2 tablespoons cilantro
  • garnish

Cooking Instructions

  1. 1.

    1. Prepare the sauce: Combine all the sauce ingredients in a small, heavy saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat, reduce to medium-low and simmer, stirring constantly to blend the flavors, about 5 minutes. Remove from the heat and cool to room temperature. Puree in a food processor until nearly smooth. (Makes 3 cups.) Store, covered, in the refrigerator for up to 2 weeks.

    15 min

  2. 2.

    2. Preheat the oven to 350ºF.

    5 min

  3. 3.

    3. Using a sharp knife, separate the chicken wings at the joint. Set aside.

    10 min

  4. 4.

    4. Place the chicken wings in a large bowl and toss well with 1 1/2 cups of the sauce. Lay the chicken wings in a single layer on 2 or 3 baking sheets (do not overcrowd them). Bake for 45 to 50 minutes, basting once or twice with additional sauce. Place the wings on a platter, sprinkle with cilantro and serve.

    50 min

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