Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
5 lb

Chicken Wings

Cut apart at joints

6 cup

Water

0.25 cup

Kosher Salt

0.5 cup

Chili-Garlic Sauce

1 cup

Honey

2 tbsp

Soy Sauce

0.5 cup

Sweet Soy Sauce

3 tbsp

Sriracha Sauce

0.25 cup

Apple Cider Vinegar

0.25 cup

Ginger

minced

1 tsp

Sea Salt

1 tbsp

Black Pepper

freshly cracked

1 tsp

Sesame Seeds

toasted

1 tbsp

Green Onion

minced

Step 1
~5 min

Cut chicken wings apart at the joints and discard the tips or save them for chicken broth.

Step 2
~5 min

In a large glass bowl, combine 6 cups of water, 1/4 cup of kosher salt, 1/4 cup of chili-garlic sauce, and 1/4 cup of honey. Stir until the salt is dissolved.

Step 3
~5 min

Add the wings to the brine and chill in the refrigerator for 30 minutes to 4 hours.

Step 4
~5 min

To prepare the basting and dipping sauce, in a small bowl, mix the remaining chili garlic sauce, 2 tablespoons of soy sauce, 1/2 cup of sweet soy sauce, 3 tablespoons of sriracha, the remaining honey, 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar, and 1/4 cup of minced ginger.

Key Technique: Basting
Step 5
~5 min

Set aside half of the sauce for serving to avoid contamination.

Step 6
~5 min

Preheat the grill to medium-high heat.

Step 7
~5 min

Drain the wings and season them with 1 teaspoon of sea salt and 1 tablespoon of freshly cracked black pepper.

Step 8
~5 min

Grill the wings until golden, approximately 15-20 minutes, turning as needed.

Step 9
~5 min

When the wings reach the desired color, continue cooking over indirect heat until they are cooked through.

Step 10
~5 min

Baste the wings with the sauce, turning as needed, until they are glossy and well coated.

Step 11
~5 min

Garnish the wings with 1 teaspoon of toasted sesame seeds and 1 tablespoon of minced green onion.

Step 12
~5 min

Serve with the reserved dipping sauce and enjoy!

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

Marinate the wings for at least 2 hours for maximum flavor.

Use a meat thermometer to ensure the wings are cooked through (165°F).

Adjust the amount of sriracha to control the spice level.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

The sauce can be made ahead of time and stored in the refrigerator.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
High
Smell Intensity
Medium
Noise Level
Low
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with celery and carrot sticks with ranch or blue cheese dressing.

Serve as part of a larger game-day spread.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Coleslaw
Potato Salad
Corn on the cob

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

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Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

United States

Cultural Significance

Popular appetizer for sports viewing and gatherings.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Super Bowl
Tailgating
BBQs

Occasion Tags

Game Day
Party
BBQ
Tailgating

Popularity Score

70/100

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