Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings

Get ready to savor the bold, irresistible flavors of Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings, a crispy and aromatic appetizer that's sure to become a crowd favorite! This recipe combines tender chicken wings with a perfectly balanced seasoning of salt and freshly cracked black pepper, enhanced by a light coating of cornstarch for that signature crunch. Fried to golden perfection and tossed with fragrant garlic, vibrant green onions, and a kick of red chili, these wings deliver a delightful mix of textures and spice in every bite. With just 15 minutes of prep time, these wings are easy to whip up for game day, a casual gathering, or a satisfying snack. Serve them hot and watch them disappear as quickly as they came!

Nutriscore Rating: 54/100

Prep Time:15 mins

Cook Time:25 mins

Total Time:40 mins

Servings: 4

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1.5 teaspoons salt
• 1.5 teaspoons black pepper
• 3 tablespoons cornstarch
• 2 cups vegetable oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 2 green onions, chopped
• 1 red chili, minced

Directions

Step 1

Rinse and pat dry the chicken wings thoroughly with paper towels.

Step 2

In a large mixing bowl, combine the chicken wings with 1 teaspoon of salt and 1 teaspoon of black pepper. Toss well to coat the wings evenly.

Step 3

Add the cornstarch to the wings and mix until all wings are evenly coated, which will help to achieve a crispy texture.

Step 4

In a large skillet or deep fryer, heat the vegetable oil over medium-high heat until it reaches 350°F (175°C).

Step 5

Carefully add the chicken wings to the hot oil in batches, making sure not to overcrowd the skillet or fryer.

Step 6

Fry the wings for about 8-10 minutes per batch, until they are golden brown and crispy.

Step 7

While the wings are frying, prepare the garlic, green onions, and red chili.

Step 8

Once all the wings are fried, remove them and drain on paper towels to remove excess oil.

Step 9

In a clean pan, heat a tablespoon of oil over medium heat. Add the minced garlic and sauté for 1 minute until fragrant.

Step 10

Add the chopped green onions and minced red chili to the pan, and sauté for another minute.

Step 11

Add the fried chicken wings into the pan with the garlic, green onions, and chili. Toss everything together for a couple of minutes to evenly coat the wings with the aromatic mixture.

Step 12

Season the wings with the remaining 0.5 teaspoon of salt and 0.5 teaspoon of black pepper.

Step 13

Transfer the wings to a serving platter and garnish with extra green onions if desired.

Step 14

Serve the salt and pepper chicken wings hot as a flavorful appetizer or snack.

Nutrition Facts

Serving size	(1605.6g)

Amount per serving	% Daily Value*
Calories	6384.9

Total Fat 601.9g	0%
Saturated Fat 103.8g	0%
Polyunsaturated Fat 320.0g
Cholesterol 1016.0mg	0%
Sodium 7378.1mg	0%
Total Carbohydrate 96.3g	0%
Dietary Fiber 8.4g	0%
Total Sugars 6.0g
Protein 180.8g	0%

Vitamin D 72.6IU	0%
Calcium 375.8mg	0%
Iron 14.4mg	0%
Potassium 2244.9mg	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: 83.0%

Protein: 11.1%

Carbs: 5.9%