Cooking Instructions

Follow these steps for perfect results

Ingredients

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6
servings
4 lbs

chicken wings

2 tbsp

salt

7 unit

garlic cloves

finely chopped

3 tbsp

vegetable oil

1 cup

rice vinegar

1 cup

granulated sugar

0.5 cup

maggi seasoning sauce

2 tbsp

chili powder

1 tbsp

butter

3 cup

white rice

cooked

Step 1
~4 min

Place chicken wings in a large bowl and sprinkle with salt.

Step 2
~4 min

Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 30 minutes to marinate.

Step 3
~4 min

Rinse the chicken wings under cold water to remove excess salt.

Step 4
~4 min

Pat the chicken wings dry with paper towels.

Step 5
~4 min

Combine the chicken wings and chopped garlic in a large bowl and let stand for 10 minutes.

Step 6
~4 min

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

Step 7
~4 min

Brown the chicken wings on all sides in batches to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 8
~4 min

Place the browned chicken wings on paper towels to drain excess oil.

Step 9
~4 min

In a medium mixing bowl, combine rice vinegar, granulated sugar, Maggi seasoning sauce, and chili powder.

Step 10
~4 min

Melt butter in the same skillet over medium-high heat.

Step 11
~4 min

Add the seasoning sauce mixture to the skillet and bring to a boil.

Step 12
~4 min

Add the browned chicken wings to the skillet.

Step 13
~4 min

Cook over medium heat for 15 to 20 minutes, or until the liquid thickens into a glaze and the chicken is cooked through.

Step 14
~4 min

Serve the Vietnamese chicken wings hot with cooked white rice.

Pro Tips & Suggestions

Expert advice for the best results

For extra crispy wings, try double-frying them.

Adjust the amount of chili powder to your preferred spice level.

Marinate the chicken for longer for a more intense flavor.

Cooking Experience

Everything you need to know before you start

Time & Preparation

Cleanup Time

15 minutes

Batch Cooking
Friendly
Make Ahead

Can be marinated ahead of time.

Freezable
Kid Friendly

Cooking Environment

Messiness Level
Moderate
Smell Intensity
Strong (garlic, chili)
Noise Level
Moderate (frying)
Elder Friendly
Suitable for seniors

Plating & Presentation

Serving Suggestions

Serve with steamed white rice and a side of pickled vegetables.

Offer a dipping sauce like sriracha mayo.

Perfect Pairings

Food Pairings

Vietnamese Spring Rolls
Cucumber Salad

Drink Pairings

Cultural Heritage

Discover the story behind this recipe

Origin & Tradition

Region of Origin

Vietnam

Cultural Significance

Popular street food and family meal.

Style

Occasions & Celebrations

Festive Uses

Tet (Vietnamese New Year)
Family gatherings

Occasion Tags

Party
Game Day
Dinner
Appetizer

Popularity Score

85/100

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