Crispy Baked Wings

Directions

  1. 1Preheat the oven to 120°C (250°F, fan-assisted).
  2. 2Place a wire rack on top of a large baking tray to allow airflow for even crisping.
  3. 3If using whole wings, separate them at the joint into drumettes and wingettes.
  4. 4Pat the wings dry thoroughly with paper towels to remove excess moisture.
  5. 5In a large bowl, combine the wings with baking powder, salt, and pepper.
  6. 6Toss until the wings are evenly coated.
  7. 7Discard any excess coating.
  8. 8Arrange the wings in a single layer, skin side up, on the prepared rack.
  9. 9Bake on the lower rack of the oven for 30 minutes.
  10. 10After 30 minutes, increase the oven temperature to 220°C (425°F, fan-assisted).
  11. 11Rotate the tray and continue baking for 45-50 minutes until the wings turn golden brown and crispy.
  12. 12Remove from the oven and let them cool slightly.
  13. 13While the wings are baking, make the sauce.
  14. 14In a small saucepan over medium-high heat, combine hot sauce, butter, cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, minced garlic, honey, and salt.
  15. 15Stir occasionally and bring to a gentle simmer.
  16. 16Once combined, turn off the heat and set aside.
  17. 17Toss the wings in the prepared sauce until evenly coated.
  18. 18Serve immediately with blue cheese sauce, along with carrot and celery sticks for dipping.

Ingredients

  • 500 g chicken wings
  • 1 tbsp aluminium-free baking powder (must be baking powder, not baking soda)
  • 0.25 tsp salt (regular table salt)
  • 0.25 tsp pepper
  • 0.25 tsp garlic powder
  • 0.5 tsp paprika
  • 2 tbsp flour
  • 75 ml Frank’s hot sauce
  • 60 g unsalted butter
  • 0.5 tbsp cider vinegar
  • 0.5 tsp Worcestershire sauce
  • 1 clove garlic, minced
  • 0.5 tbsp honey
  • 0.125 tsp salt

Equipment

wire racklarge baking traylarge bowlpaper towelssmall saucepan

Tips

  • Use aluminum-free baking powder for maximum crispiness without a metallic aftertaste.
  • Pat the wings thoroughly dry to help achieve maximum crispiness.
  • For the best taste, use freshly ground black pepper.
  • You can use smoked paprika for a deeper, more complex taste.
  • Use unsalted butter in the sauce to control the salt level.
  • Serve with blue cheese sauce, carrot, and celery sticks.