These tender Chicken Wings with Asian Sauce are simmered, browned, and finished in a flavorful blend of sweet dark soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and onions. The result is a deeply savory dish with rich Asian-inspired flavors that pairs perfectly with steamed rice.
Flavor Profile
Savory, umami-rich, gingery, aromatic, mildly sweet
Equipment Needed
Ingredients
8 chicken wings, separated
1 cup water
¼ cup vegetable oil
1 teaspoon garlic, finely chopped
3 teaspoons sweet dark soy sauce
¼ teaspoon monosodium glutamate (MSG), optional
1 onion, sliced
1 teaspoon fresh ginger, finely chopped
2 green onions, cut into 1-inch pieces
Instructions
- Place the chicken wings and water in a large skillet or wok.
- Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, allowing the wings to partially cook and absorb moisture.
- Add the vegetable oil to the skillet.
- Continue cooking over medium heat for approximately 15 minutes, turning occasionally until the wings are browned on both sides.
- Reduce the heat to medium-high.
- Drizzle the sweet dark soy sauce over the wings, one tablespoon at a time, tossing between additions to coat evenly.
- Add the garlic, MSG (if using), onion, ginger, and green onions.
- Stir well to combine.
- Reduce the heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for 5 to 8 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
- Remove from the heat and let stand for 3 to 4 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm.
Recipe Notes
Heat Adjustment Suggestions
Add ½ teaspoon chili garlic sauce for mild heat.
Add sliced fresh chilies during simmering for a spicier version.
Serve with chili oil on the side for additional heat.
Make-Ahead Tips
The wings can be prepared up to one day in advance and gently reheated before serving.
The flavor often improves after resting overnight in the refrigerator.
Serving Suggestions
Serve over steamed jasmine rice or fried rice.
Pair with stir-fried vegetables, bok choy, or cucumber salad.
Garnish with extra sliced green onions or sesame seeds.
CHICKEN WINGS W/ ASIAN SAUCE (Savory Soy-Ginger Comfort Wings)
Ingredients
Equipment
Method
- Place the chicken wings and water in a large skillet or wok.
- Bring to a boil over high heat.
- Cook for 10 to 12 minutes, allowing the wings to partially cook and absorb moisture.
- Add the vegetable oil to the skillet.
- Continue cooking over medium heat for approximately 15 minutes, turning occasionally until the wings are browned on both sides.
- Reduce the heat to medium-high.
- Drizzle the sweet dark soy sauce over the wings, one tablespoon at a time, tossing between additions to coat evenly.
- Add the garlic, MSG (if using), onion, ginger, and green onions.
- Stir well to combine.
- Reduce the heat to low.
- Cover and simmer for 5 to 8 minutes, allowing the flavors to blend.
- Remove from the heat and let stand for 3 to 4 minutes before serving.
- Serve warm.
Nutrition
Notes
Add sliced fresh chilies during simmering for a spicier version.
Serve with chili oil on the side for additional heat. Make-Ahead Tips The wings can be prepared up to one day in advance and gently reheated before serving.
The flavor often improves after resting overnight in the refrigerator. Serving Suggestions Serve over steamed jasmine rice or fried rice.
Pair with stir-fried vegetables, bok choy, or cucumber salad.
Garnish with extra sliced green onions or sesame seeds.
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Inspired by traditional Asian home-style chicken dishes that use soy sauce, ginger, garlic, and onions to create simple yet deeply flavorful meals.
Source: The Woks Of Life
Nutrition Information
Estimated per serving (based on 4 servings)
Calories: 335
Protein: 20 g
Carbohydrates: 4 g
Fat: 26 g
Saturated Fat: 5 g
Cholesterol: 85 mg
Sodium: 620 mg
Fiber: 1 g
Sugar: 2 g
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Marinate Time: None
Cook Time: 35 minutes
Total Time: 45 minutes
Yield: 4 servings
Difficulty: Easy
