Chinese Sticky Fried Chicken Wings Recipe

honey

🥗Healthier: agave syrup

💰Cheaper: maple syrup

Agave syrup is lower on the glycemic index.

soy sauce

🥗Healthier: tamari

💰Cheaper: liquid aminos

Tamari is gluten-free, while liquid aminos is often less expensive.

chicken wings

🥗Healthier: chicken thighs

💰Cheaper: chicken drumsticks

Thighs provide a similar flavor with less cost.

sesame oil

🥗Healthier: olive oil

💰Cheaper: canola oil

Olive oil offers health benefits while canola is budget-friendly.

Heat sunflower oil in a wok.

Add chopped ginger and garlic to the oil and stir for a few seconds until lightly browned.

Add chicken wings to the wok and stir-fry on high heat for about 6 minutes.

Add optional chili, honey or sugar, and stir for 2 minutes on medium heat.

Remove wings from the wok and place on a plate.

Sprinkle sesame seeds and drizzle toasted sesame oil over the wings before serving.

Garnish with chopped green onions and fresh chili.

Cooking Techniques

Equipment Needed

Spice Level:

Allergens