Description
These Asian-style chicken wings get their sweet-and-savoury flavour from a surprising ingredient: a generous splash of cola! Serve up a big platter as part of your game-day spread, or add a bowl of steamed rice and some sliced cucumber for a regular dinnertime spread.
Ingredients
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Marinade:
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 5 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tbsp grated fresh ginger
- 1 tsp fresh ground black pepper
Cola Chicken Wings:
- 2 lbs chicken drumettes
- 2 tbsp canola oil
- 3/4 cup cola
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp sherry
- Chopped green onion, for garnish
- Sesame seeds, for garnish
Instructions
Marinate the Chicken:
- In a large zip-top plastic bag, combine the soy sauce, vinegar, garlic and pepper. Add the chicken wings to the bag, zip shut, and toss until chicken is well coated with marinade. Marinate in the refrigerator for at least 4 hours, or overnight if at all possible.
Cook the Wings:
- Heat oil in a wok or large heavy-bottomed skillet set over medium-heat. Add the chicken wings and cook for 3-5 minutes per side, or until the skin is crisp and browned. Add the cola, soy sauce and sherry to the pan, and bring to a simmer. Let simmer for 15-20 minutes, or until the sauce reduces down to a thick glaze, turning the wings occasionally to make sure they cook evenly.
- Transfer the finished wings to a serving platter and garnish with a sprinkling of green onions and sesame seeds. Serve immediately, with lots of napkins to wipe up afterwards.
- Prep Time: 4 hours
- Cook Time: 40 mins
- Category: Appetizer
- Method: Stovetop
- Cuisine: Chinese