Delicious Homemade Braised Chicken Wings
Good news for those who like to eat chicken wings. When I was a child, the braised chicken wings made by my mother were always so delicious, and the whole house was filled with the fragrance of chicken wings . When I grew up, my mother taught me how to make braised chicken wings . Today, I will share this super delicious braised chicken wings recipe with you. Come and try to make it together.
Why I love this recipe
The reason why I like braised chicken wings is that it is not only a classic Chinese dish, but also an indispensable taste of my childhood.
Braised chicken wings originated in southern cities of China. Its preparation method is simple and is the result of the wisdom of housewives.
There is an interesting legend about braised chicken wings. It is said that braised chicken wings were originally a folk delicacy, but later made a gorgeous turn and entered the palace table. After the improvement and innovation of the palace chefs, the braised chicken wings tasted more delicious and had a more tender texture, and eventually became the emperor's royal delicacy.
Ingredients Needed and Substitutions
Main Ingredients
Chicken wings: Chicken wings are the main ingredient for making this dish, providing protein.
Seasonings
Garlic, ginger, etc.: Garlic and ginger are important auxiliary ingredients to remove fishy smell and enhance the taste.
Light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cooking wine: Light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, cooking wine are used to season the braised chicken wings.
Salt, rock sugar, chicken essence, etc.: Provide spice flavor for the braised chicken wings.
Substitutes
Cooking wine: It can be replaced by white wine or rice wine.
Light soy sauce: It can be replaced by soy sauce.
Rock sugar: It can be replaced by white sugar.
Tips for Success
To make perfect braised chicken wings with sesame oil, you must first choose fresh chicken wings , and the processing of the chicken wings is also critical. First , cut a few times on both sides of the chicken wings, so that the chicken wings can better absorb the sauce during the cooking process.
When frying chicken wings, it is important to pay attention to the hot pan and cold oil. After the oil is hot, put the chicken wings in one by one and fry slowly over medium-low heat, turning them over regularly until both sides of the chicken wings are fried golden brown.
Secondly, the order of adding seasonings should also be noted . It is generally recommended to add scallions, ginger and star anise first, and then add white wine, cooking wine, etc. to remove the fishy smell. Then add light soy sauce, dark soy sauce, and oyster sauce to adjust the color and seasoning. Sugar and rock sugar can make the color of the chicken wings brighter and redder. Finally, add salt and pepper to adjust the saltiness .
chicken wings , you don't need to add too much water , just enough to cover the chicken wings. Then simmer over low heat to allow the chicken wings to fully absorb the flavor of the sauce. Be sure to stir from time to time to avoid sticking to the pot. When you cook over high heat to reduce the sauce, pay attention to the thickness of the soup and let the sauce wrap around the chicken wings.
INGREDIENTS
Main Ingredients
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·12 large chicken wings
Accessories
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·10g ginger
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·10g garlic
Seasonings
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·10g salt
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·75ml oil
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·2 star anise
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·30ml light soy sauce
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·20ml dark soy sauce
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·15ml cooking wine
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·10g rock sugar
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·2g chicken essence
COOKING STEP
Step 1
Clean the thawed chicken wings (12 pieces, about 1 jin), and cut three holes with a knife to make it easier to taste.
Step 2
Then put the chicken wings in cold water, add ginger slices and rice wine (cooking wine), blanch them to remove the fishy smell, skim off the foam after the water boils, and then remove them for later use.
Step 3
Heat oil in a pan, add rock sugar, and simmer the sugar color on low heat. When dense small bubbles appear like this, pour in the chicken wings and stir-fry to color them.
Step 4
Then add ginger, garlic, and 1 star anise, and stir-fry them.
Step 5
Season with 1 spoon of rice wine (cooking wine), 2 spoons of light soy sauce, half a spoon of dark soy sauce, 1 spoon of oyster sauce, a little salt and chicken essence.
Step 6
Stir-fry evenly, then add boiling water to cover the chicken wings, cover the pot, and simmer on low heat for 20 minutes.
Step 7
Finally, collect the juice on high heat. When the soup is thick, remember to stir it to avoid sticking to the pot. Finally, let's keep a little juice.
Step 8
When it's ready, sprinkle some cooked white sesame seeds on it for garnish.
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Serving Suggestions
Recommended pairing
Staple food pairing:
Rice: The fragrant white rice and the rich sauce of the braised chicken wings go perfectly together, and every bite is full of satisfaction.
Noodles: The rich sauce of braised chicken wings is poured on the noodles, which allows the noodles to fully absorb the deliciousness of the chicken wings.
Soup pairing:
Seaweed egg drop soup: can neutralize the greasiness of braised chicken wings and make them taste more refreshing.
Sauerkraut soup: The sour taste of sauerkraut soup can stimulate appetite.
Serving Suggestions
Eat while hot: Braised chicken wings taste best when they are fresh out of the pan, with juicy meat and a rich, flavorful sauce.
Eat in moderation: Although braised chicken wings are delicious, they should be eaten in moderation. Because braised chicken wings are high in fat and salt, eating too much is not good for your health.
