Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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4
servings
11 unit

Chicken Wings

Cut apart

2 tbsp

Cornstarch

2 unit

Eggs

2 tbsp

Water

0.25 cup

Apple Cider Vinegar

0.25 cup

Sugar

0.25 cup

Ketchup

0.25 cup

Apple Jelly

0.13 cup

Soy Sauce

1 tbsp

Lemon Juice

Step 1
~4 min

Cut chicken wings into individual segments and remove wing tips.

Step 2
~4 min

In a shallow dish, whisk together cornstarch, eggs, and water until smooth.

Step 3
~4 min

Dip each chicken wing segment into the cornstarch mixture, ensuring it's fully coated.

Step 4
~4 min

Heat oil in a large pan or skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 5
~4 min

Place the coated chicken wings in the hot oil, being careful not to overcrowd the pan.

Step 6
~4 min

Fry the wings until golden brown and crispy on all sides, about 8-10 minutes.

Step 7
~4 min

Remove the fried wings from the pan and set aside.

Step 8
~4 min

In a separate saucepan, combine apple cider vinegar, sugar, ketchup, apple jelly, soy sauce, and lemon juice.

Step 9
~4 min

Bring the sauce to a simmer over medium heat, stirring constantly until the sugar and jelly are dissolved.

Step 10
~4 min

Pour the sweet and sour sauce over the fried chicken wings in the pan.

Step 11
~4 min

Reduce heat to low and simmer for 20 minutes, turning the wings occasionally to ensure they are evenly coated in the sauce.

Step 12
~4 min

Remove from heat and serve hot.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispy wings, dredge in flour before coating with the egg mixture.

Adjust the sweetness and sourness of the sauce to your liking.

Garnish with sesame seeds and green onions for a nicer presentation.

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 a day in advance.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

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

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed rice

Serve with coleslaw

Serve as an appetizer

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Steamed Rice
Coleslaw
Spring Rolls

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

American Chinese

Cultural Significance

Popular takeout dish

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Parties
Game Nights

Occasion Tags

party
game day
appetizer
casual dinner

Popularity Score

70/100

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