Crispy General Tso's Chicken Wings in an Air Fryer - Easy and Delicious Recipe

cornstarch

🥗Healthier: arrowroot powder

💰Cheaper: potato starch

Arrowroot powder is lower in calories and maintains crispiness.

all-purpose flour

🥗Healthier: whole wheat flour

💰Cheaper: self-rising flour

Whole wheat flour adds fiber while self-rising flour simplifies the process.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: low-sodium soy sauce

💰Cheaper: tamari

Low-sodium soy sauce reduces sodium intake, while tamari is gluten-free.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil is healthier, while canola oil is more affordable.

Prepare the chicken wings by mixing together the cornstarch, salt, and black pepper in a large bowl.

Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.

Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.

Place the chicken wings in the air fryer basket and air fry for 20-25 minutes, flipping halfway through.

Remove the chicken wings from the air fryer and set aside.

In a small saucepan, mix together the soy sauce, hoisin sauce, rice vinegar, brown sugar, cornstarch, ginger, garlic, and red pepper flakes (if using).

Heat the saucepan over medium heat and stir until the sauce thickens.

Add the cooked chicken wings to the saucepan and toss to coat evenly.

Cook for an additional 2-3 minutes or until the wings are fully coated and heated through.

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