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Vietnamese Chicken Wings

Crispy Vietnamese Chicken Wings That'll Wow Your Taste Buds

These Vietnamese Chicken Wings are a gluten-free, savory delight with crispy outsides and tender insides.
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Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 30 minutes
Marinating Time 3 hours
Total Time 3 hours 45 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizer
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 290
Ingredients Equipment Method Nutrition Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 0.25 cup Fish Sauce Choose a high-quality fish sauce for the best results.
  • 3 tablespoons Light Brown Sugar Coconut sugar can be used for a less refined taste.
  • 8 cloves Garlic, crushed Minced garlic can be used as a substitute if short on time.
  • 1 tablespoon Vegetable Oil Peanut oil is a flavorful alternative.
For the Wings
  • 2 pounds Split Chicken Wing Pieces Ensure they are evenly cut for consistent cooking.
For Garnishing (optional)
  • 1 tablespoon Chopped Peanuts Omit for a nut-free option.
  • 0.5 tablespoon Chopped Cilantro Green onions can substitute beautifully.

Equipment

  • Mixing Bowl
  • Baking Sheet
  • wire rack
  • zip-top bag
  • small saucepan
  • silicone brush

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Prepare Marinade: In a medium mixing bowl, combine fish sauce, light brown sugar, crushed garlic cloves, and vegetable oil. Whisk until well-blended.
  2. Coat Chicken Wings: Add split chicken wing pieces to a large zip-top bag or bowl, pouring in half of the marinade. Seal the bag and massage the chicken.
  3. Marinate: Place coated wings in the refrigerator and let them marinate for 2 to 3 hours.
  4. Preheat Oven: Preheat your oven to 450°F (230°C) and prepare a baking sheet with parchment paper and a wire rack.
  5. Bake Wings: Arrange the marinated chicken wings skin-side up on the wire rack. Bake for about 30 minutes until crispy and golden brown.
  6. Prepare Glaze: Take reserved marinade, bring it to a boil, then simmer for 5 to 7 minutes until it thickens slightly.
  7. Baste Wings: Brush baked wings with reduced marinade and return to the oven for an additional 5 minutes.
  8. Serve: Remove wings from the oven, baste with more glaze if desired, and garnish with peanuts and cilantro. Serve hot.

Nutrition

Serving: 4wingsCalories: 290kcalCarbohydrates: 5gProtein: 24gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 3gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 1150mgPotassium: 350mgSugar: 3gVitamin A: 100IUCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Marinate wings smartly to avoid excessive saltiness, and bake on a wire rack for extra crispiness.

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