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How to Make Chennai Chicken Wings - A Step-by-Step Guide

When it comes to Indian cuisine, the flavors of Chennai are known for their bold and vibrant spices that create mouthwatering dishes. One iconic dish that showcases the rich and diverse flavors of Chennai is Chennai Chicken Wings. These wings are marinated in a flavorful blend of spices and then grilled to perfection, resulting in a deliciously tender and aromatic dish that will leave everyone coming back for more.

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Ingredients

  • 2 tablespoons cornstarch
  • 2 tablespoons rice flour
  • 4 teaspoons cayenne pepper
  • 4 teaspoons paprika
  • 4 teaspoons ground cumin
  • 4 teaspoons garam masala
  • 1 teaspoon ground turmeric
  • 2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper
  • 4 teaspoons kosher salt
  • ½ cup seasoned rice vinegar
  • 2 tablespoons thinly sliced red onion
  • 1 tablespoon thinly sliced ginger
  • ½ tablespoon minced fresh chives
  • 2 teaspoons sambal chili paste
  • ½ teaspoon red pepper flakes
  • 4 pounds chicken wings
  • 1 teaspoon vegetable oil, or as needed
  • 1 tablespoon freshly grated ginger
  • 2 tablespoons vegetable oil

Information

  • Prep Time: 30 mins
  • Cook Time: 15 mins
  • Total Time: 45 mins
  • Servings: 10
  • Yield: 4 pounds of wings

  • Preheat the oven to 450 degrees F (230 degrees C).
  • Combine cornstarch and rice flour in a bowl. Add cayenne pepper, paprika, cumin, garam masala, turmeric, black pepper, and salt. Whisk the spicy chicken coating until nicely blended. Set aside.
  • Pour rice vinegar into another bowl. Add red onion and sliced ginger. Toss in chives, sambal, and red pepper flakes. Stir the vinegar sauce until well combined.
  • Add wings to the spice coating in batches. Flip bowl repeatedly to toss the wings until thoroughly coated. Transfer wings onto nonstick baking sheets. Drizzle vegetable oil on top.
  • Bake in the center of the preheated oven for 15 minutes.
  • Meanwhile, mix grated ginger and 2 tablespoons oil together. Turn wings over and brush the ginger oil on top.
  • Continue baking until dry and browned, 15 to 20 minutes more. An instant-read thermometer inserted near the bone should read 165 degrees F (74 degrees C).
  • Flip wings over into the oils and let rest for 3 to 4 minutes. Scrape a fork over the wings to test for crunchiness.
  • To enjoy the wings 'wet,' place a portion of the wings into a bowl and spoon in some of the vinegar sauce. Toss until coated. For 'dry'-style, plate the dry wings and simply dip into the sauce.

    • Nutrition

    190 cal.

    • Total Fat: 13g
    • Saturated Fat: 3g
    • Cholesterol: 38mg
    • Sodium: 819mg
    • Total Carbohydrate: 6g
    • Dietary Fiber: 1g
    • Total Sugars: 1g
    • Protein: 13g
    • Vitamin C: 3mg
    • Calcium: 26mg
    • Iron: 2mg
    • Potassium: 167mg

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