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Chinese Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings Recipe

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Chinese Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings are crispy, savory wings tossed in garlic, chili, and green onion for a bold and addictive flavor. Fried or air-fried, they deliver all the crunch and spice of a takeout favorite with minimal ingredients.

Ingredients

  • 2 lbs chicken wings (split into flats and drumettes)
  • 1/2 cup cornstarch
  • 1 1/2 teaspoons salt (divided)
  • 1 teaspoon white pepper or black pepper (coarsely ground)
  • 4 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1–2 fresh red chilies, thinly sliced (or 1/2 teaspoon red chili flakes)
  • 2 green onions, chopped
  • Oil for frying or air-frying
  • Optional: 1/4 teaspoon Chinese five-spice powder or a pinch of MSG

Instructions

  1. Pat chicken wings dry thoroughly with paper towels.
  2. Season wings with 1/2 teaspoon salt and 1/2 teaspoon pepper, then coat evenly in cornstarch.
  3. Heat oil in a deep fryer or skillet to 350°F (175°C), or preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C).
  4. Fry wings in batches for 8–10 minutes (or air fry for 10 minutes, flip, and cook for another 8–10 minutes) until golden and crispy.
  5. In a wok or pan, heat 1 tablespoon oil over medium heat. Sauté garlic, chilies, and green onions for 1–2 minutes until fragrant.
  6. Add cooked wings to the pan and toss to coat with the aromatics. Sprinkle with remaining salt and pepper to taste (and optional five-spice or MSG).
  7. Serve immediately, garnished with extra green onions or chilies if desired.

Notes

  • Dry wings thoroughly before coating to maximize crispiness.
  • White pepper provides a more traditional flavor, but black pepper is a fine substitute.
  • For extra umami, add a pinch of MSG or five-spice powder.
  • Fry in batches to avoid overcrowding and soggy wings.
  • Serve with rice or noodles for a full meal.

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