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Crispy Sweet Chili Wings

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These crispy sweet chili wings are a perfect balance of crispy, sticky, sweet, and spicy, finished with fresh cilantro for a bright, herbaceous note. They are quick to prepare and a crowd-pleaser for any occasion.

Ingredients

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  • 2 pounds chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes (skin-on for extra crispiness)
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder (not baking soda)
  • 1 teaspoon salt, plus extra for seasoning
  • 1/2 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper
  • 1/2 cup sweet chili sauce (120 ml), recommended Thai brands like Mae Ploy
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 2 cloves garlic, minced
  • 1 tablespoon fresh lime juice
  • 1/4 cup fresh cilantro (about 10 g), roughly chopped
  • 1/4 teaspoon optional chili flakes for extra heat

Instructions

  1. Preheat your oven to 425°F (220°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and set a wire rack on top to allow air circulation for crispier wings.
  2. Dry the wings thoroughly with paper towels to remove any moisture.
  3. In a large bowl, toss the wings with 1 tablespoon baking powder, 1 teaspoon salt, and 1/2 teaspoon black pepper until evenly coated.
  4. Arrange the wings in a single layer on the wire rack, ensuring they are not overcrowded. Bake for 30-35 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden brown and crispy.
  5. While the wings bake, whisk together the sweet chili sauce, honey, minced garlic, and fresh lime juice in a small bowl. Add chili flakes if desired.
  6. Once wings are done, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the sweet chili glaze over and toss gently but thoroughly to coat every piece.
  7. Serve immediately garnished with fresh chopped cilantro.

Notes

Dry wings thoroughly before coating with baking powder to ensure crispiness. Use baking powder, not baking soda, to avoid bitter taste. If wings are not crispy enough, broil for 1-2 minutes at the end. Toss wings in sauce after baking to keep skin crispy. For gluten-free, verify sweet chili sauce ingredients or make your own with tamari. Reheat leftovers in a hot oven to restore crispiness; avoid microwave reheating.

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