Spicy Glazed Wings (Print Version)
# Ingredients:
→ Spiced Wings
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika
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½ teaspoon freshly cracked black pepper
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1 teaspoon garlic powder
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2 pounds chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
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1 teaspoon coarse kosher salt
→ Tangy Sweet Glaze
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1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
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¼ cup brown sugar
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½ teaspoon cayenne pepper (optional for extra kick)
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1 tablespoon soy sauce
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¼ cup any hot sauce you like
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¼ cup pure honey
→ Toppings
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Chopped fresh cilantro
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Sesame seeds, lightly toasted
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Thinly sliced fresh green onions
# Instructions:
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Make sure your wings are dry by patting them with paper towels. This step really helps with crispy skin! Toss the wings in a bowl with salt, pepper, smoked paprika, and garlic powder until every piece is nicely coated.
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Decide how you want to cook these! For baking, line a sheet with foil, set up a wire rack on top, and bake at 400°F for 40-45 minutes, flipping halfway. If frying is your thing, heat oil to 375°F and fry the wings in batches for about 8-10 minutes till golden brown. Either way, don’t stop till that skin is perfectly crispy!
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While waiting for the wings, grab a saucepan and mix together your glaze ingredients: honey, brown sugar, hot sauce, soy sauce, apple cider vinegar, and cayenne if you're aiming for extra spice. Cook over medium heat, stirring now and then, till it bubbles and thickens a bit – around 3-5 minutes.
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As soon as your wings are hot and crispy, mix them with the glaze so they’re all coated in sweetness and spice. Sprinkle with green onions, sesame seeds, and a bit of cilantro if you like.
# Notes:
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Dry wings are the key to that crispy texture.
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You can prepare the glaze ahead of time and just reheat before serving.
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Want milder wings? Use less hot sauce or skip the cayenne.