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Crispy Chinese Five-Spice Chicken Wings Recipe Easy Homemade with Sesame and Scallions

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These crispy Chinese five-spice chicken wings are perfectly seasoned with a blend of sweet, savory, and warm spices, finished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh scallions for a deliciously crunchy and flavorful treat.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, split at the joint and tips removed
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese five-spice powder
  • 3 tablespoons soy sauce (low-sodium preferred)
  • 1 tablespoon honey
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 teaspoon fresh ginger, grated
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil
  • 2 tablespoons toasted sesame seeds
  • 3 scallions, thinly sliced
  • Salt and pepper to taste

Instructions

  1. Rinse and pat dry the chicken wings thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  2. In a large bowl, whisk together Chinese five-spice powder, soy sauce, honey, minced garlic, grated ginger, sesame oil, salt, and pepper.
  3. Add the wings to the marinade and toss well to coat. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes, up to 2 hours for deeper flavor.
  4. Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C) or preheat the air fryer to the same temperature.
  5. If using an oven, line a baking sheet with foil and place a wire rack on top. Arrange wings in a single layer on the rack. If using an air fryer, place wings in a single layer in the basket without overcrowding.
  6. Bake or air fry the wings for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy. Ensure internal temperature reaches 165°F (74°C).
  7. While wings cook, toast sesame seeds in a dry skillet over medium heat for 2-3 minutes until golden and fragrant, stirring constantly.
  8. Transfer cooked wings to a large bowl. Sprinkle toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallions over the wings and toss gently to combine.
  9. Serve immediately while hot and crispy.

Notes

Pat wings dry before marinating for best crispiness. Use a wire rack when baking to allow air circulation. Flip wings halfway through cooking. Toast sesame seeds for added nutty flavor. For extra crispiness, add 1 tablespoon cornstarch to wings before cooking. If wings are not crispy enough, broil for 2-3 minutes watching closely. To make gluten-free, substitute soy sauce with tamari or coconut aminos. Serve immediately to maintain crispness. Leftovers reheat best in oven at 375°F for 10 minutes; avoid microwaving.

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