Ingredients and Weight:
- Chicken wings: 1kg (about 2.2 pounds)
- Ginger: 100g (3.5oz)
- Red chili peppers: 6-8 (can adjust based on preference for spice)
- Soy sauce: 3 tbsp
- Honey: 2 tbsp
- Salt: 1 tsp
- Black pepper: 1/2 tsp
- Cooking oil: for frying
Preparation Time:
- Preparation: 15 minutes
- Cooking: 30 minutes
- Total: 45 minutes
Difficulty Level: Level 3 (Moderate)
Preparation Method Steps:
- Clean chicken wings and pat dry.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, salt, and black pepper. Mix well and set aside.
- Peel and slice ginger into thin pieces. De-seed and slice red chili peppers into thin rings.
- Heat enough oil in a frying pan for frying chicken wings until golden brown.
- Remove chicken wings from the pan and set aside.
- In the same pan, add ginger and chili peppers and fry for a minute.
- Add the chicken wings back into the pan and pour in the sauce mixture. Toss to coat the chicken evenly.
- Reduce heat to low and let the sauce thicken and stick to the chicken wings.
- Serve hot with your choice of side dish.
Nutritional Information:
- Calories: approximately 450 calories per serving (based on ingredients provided)
- Protein: 28g
- Fat: 25g
- Carbohydrates: 20g
Dish Characteristics:
- Spicy and sweet flavor from the combination of chili peppers and honey.
- Crispy on the outside, juicy on the inside chicken wings.
- Strong ginger flavor adds a unique taste to the dish.
User Comments:
- "This dish is so delicious! The perfect balance of spicy and sweet." - John Doe, New York, USA.
- "Love the combination of ginger and chili peppers, gives a unique flavor to the chicken." - Jane Smith, Los Angeles, USA.
- "The sauce is so tasty, it makes the chicken wings stand out." - Michael Johnson, Chicago, USA.
Special Precautions and Tips:
- Adjust the amount of chili peppers based on your preference for spice.
- Frying the chicken wings is crucial for achieving the crispy exterior, ensure they are cooked through before adding the sauce.
- For thicker sauce, reduce the sauce mixture longer until it thickens.