Tiki Wings
Not your ordinary hot wing, Tiki Wings deliver a tantalizing combination of sweet, spicy, and savory flavors to delight the palate. A cornstarch coating is our secret to perfectly crisp wings. Can be served as a shareable appetizer or an entrée.
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Servings: 8-10 wings
Wings
- 2 lbs. jumbo whole wings
- 1 cup cornstarch
Tiki Sauce
- ½ cup water
- 1 cup Florida Crystals® Organic Raw Cane Sugar
- 1 cup fish sauce
- 1 cup black vinegar
- ¼ cup soy sauce
- 3 tablespoons chili oil
Instructions
Wings
Step 1: Preheat oven to 450°F.
Step 2: Using a sharp knife, remove wing tips and separate flapper from the drumette.
Step 3: Pat wings dry and spread out on a sheet tray. Par cook wings for 10 minutes.
Step 4: Refrigerate wings uncovered and ideally overnight.
Tiki Sauce
Step 1: Pour water into the bottom of a stainless pot. Pile sugar in the middle and heat on high. Caramelize sugar until dark and reaches a temperature of 340°F.
Step 2: Quickly pour in fish sauce, vinegar, and soy sauce. Stir until sugar is dissolved.
Step 3: Blend in chili oil so mixture is thick and emulsified. Set sauce aside.
Assembly
Step 1: Heat oil to 350°F. Lightly coat wings in cornstarch and fry for about 6 minutes or until crispy. Be careful not to overcrowd the fryer.
Step 2: Transfer wings to a large bowl and toss with sauce to coat.
