Grandmother's Chinese Chicken Wings

Transport your taste buds to a world of rich, savory flavor with "Grandmother's Chinese Chicken Wings," a beloved, time-honored dish that combines tender, juicy wings with a bold, glistening glaze. This recipe features a harmony of classic Chinese ingredients like soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, ginger, and star anise, creating a marinade that infuses every bite with layers of umami and aromatic spice. Slow-cooked to perfection, the wings are caramelized in their own sticky, sweet-salty sauce, making them irresistibly glossy and packed with flavor. Garnished with fresh green onions and sesame seeds, these wings shine as an elegant party appetizer or a comforting main dish when served over steamed rice. Perfect for cozy family dinners or festive gatherings, this easy-to-follow recipe ensures you're never far from authentic Chinese cooking at home.

Nutriscore Rating: 53/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:45 mins

Total Time:60 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 lbs Chicken wings
• 0.5 cup Soy sauce
• 0.25 cup Dark soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons Shaoxing wine (or dry sherry)
• 3 tablespoons Brown sugar
• 4 cloves Garlic cloves, minced
• 1 tablespoon Ginger, grated
• 2 pieces Star anise
• 2 stalks Green onions (scallions), sliced
• 1 teaspoon Sesame oil
• 0.5 cup Water
• 1 tablespoon Sesame seeds (optional, for garnish)

Directions

Step 1

Rinse the chicken wings under cold water and pat them dry with paper towels. If desired, separate the drumettes and wingettes for easier handling.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, Shaoxing wine, brown sugar, minced garlic, grated ginger, and sesame oil. Mix well until the sugar is dissolved to form the marinade.

Step 3

Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss until thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the wings marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to 2 hours for a deeper flavor.

Step 4

Heat a large skillet or wok over medium heat. Remove the chicken wings from the marinade, reserving the liquid, and sear them in the pan until they are golden brown on both sides. Work in batches if necessary to avoid overcrowding the pan.

Step 5

Pour the reserved marinade and water into the pan with the chicken wings. Add the star anise and bring the liquid to a gentle simmer.

Step 6

Reduce the heat to low, cover the pan with a lid, and let the wings cook for 25-30 minutes, stirring occasionally to ensure even cooking and coating.

Step 7

Remove the lid and increase the heat to medium-high. Allow the sauce to reduce and thicken, turning the wings occasionally to glaze them evenly. This should take about 10-15 minutes.

Step 8

Once the sauce has thickened and the wings are sticky and caramelized, transfer them to a serving plate.

Step 9

Garnish the wings with sliced green onions and sesame seeds, if desired. Serve hot as an appetizer or with steamed rice for a complete meal.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1351.7g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	3095.3

Total Fat 203.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 46.7g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 57.2g
Cholesterol 1016.0mg	0%
Sodium 11942.3mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 106.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 6.6g	0%
Total Sugars 28.8g
Protein 196.4g	0%

Vitamin D 72.6IU	0%
Calcium 482.5mg	0%
Iron 18.6mg	0%
Potassium 2610.6mg	0%

*The % Daily Value tells you how much a nutrient in a serving of food contributes to a daily diet. 2,000 calories a day is used for general nutrition advice.

Source of Calories

Fat: 60.2%

Protein: 25.8%

Carbs: 14.0%