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Crispy, Juicy, and Delicious: Easy Butter Shoyu Chicken Wings Recipe (Less Flour, Double Fried)

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Butter Shoyu Chicken Wings

Cultural Context

Butter Shoyu Chicken Wings are a delightful fusion of Japanese flavors, combining the richness of butter with the umami of soy sauce. This dish reflects the Japanese culinary tradition of balancing flavors, often seen in home-cooked meals. While traditionally enjoyed in Japan, variations of this dish have gained popularity worldwide, adapting to local tastes and ingredients.

JapaneseJPmain
45 min
medium
6 servings
Servings4
1.5 lbs Chicken wings
1/8 cup or 2 tbsp shoyu
1/8 cup or 2 tbsp mirin
1/8 cup or 2 tbsp melted butter
1 tbsp brown sugar
1 tsp garlic powder
½ tsp salt
A pinch of black pepper
3-4 tbsp corn starch
½ tsp baking powder
Cooking oil

butter

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: margarine

Olive oil is healthier and lower in saturated fat.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake without sacrificing flavor.

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: sugar

Agave syrup is a lower-glycemic sweetener.

chicken wings

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Chicken thighs are often more affordable and provide similar flavor.

1

Double fry the chicken wings for extra crispiness.

2

In a bowl, combine melted butter, shoyu, mirin, brown sugar, garlic powder, salt, and black pepper to create the sauce.

3

Toss the fried wings in the sauce until well coated.

Cooking Techniques

sautéingbakingbroiling

Spice Level:

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Allergens

milksoy

Also Known As

Butter Soy Sauce Chicken WingsShoyu Chicken Wings
Local Name: バター醤油手羽先

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