Sweet Spicy Chicken Wings (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Wings prep
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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½ teaspoon black pepper
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1 teaspoon salt
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2 pounds chicken wings split between flats and drumettes
→ Sauce: sweet & spicy
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½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (totally up to you for more heat)
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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¼ cup hot sauce—grab any brand you like
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¼ cup brown sugar
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¼ cup honey
→ Extra toppings
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Chopped fresh cilantro
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Sesame seeds
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Green onions, sliced
# Instructions:
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Once the wings are ready to go, toss them in a mixing bowl with your sweet & spicy glaze and swirl everything around so they're all comfy and coated.
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Set a small pot on medium heat and mix up honey, brown sugar, hot sauce, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and if you're feeling wild, a little cayenne. Let it bubble a bit while you stir, then take it off heat once it thickens up a smidge (should take 3 to 5 minutes).
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Pour oil into your deep fryer or a sturdy pot until it's nice and hot—about 375°F (190°C). Drop in the wings in batches so they don't crowd. Fry them for 8-10 minutes, until they're golden and cooked all the way. Set them on paper towels after for any extra oil.
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Crank your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line up those wings on a rack that's over a foil-covered pan. Bake for 20-ish minutes, flip 'em, and bake another 20-25 minutes until crispy and nicely colored.
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Give the wings a good rinse and dry them off with paper towels—this helps them crisp up. Mix them in a big bowl with salt, garlic powder, black pepper, and smoked paprika. Make sure they're all coated.
# Notes:
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Try throwing on some green onions, cilantro, or sesame seeds to finish. Looks good and adds some crunch.
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Pair with whatever snacks or drinks you love—they go with pretty much everything.