Name: Caramelized Chicken Wings
Prep time: 5 min
Cook time: 35 min
Total time: 40 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Ingredients: 2 tbsp cooking oil; 2 tbsp granulated sugar; 3 cloves garlic, minced; 1 medium shallot, chopped; 2 lbs chicken wings; 1 tsp garlic powder; 1 tsp paprika; 1/2 tsp black pepper; 2 tbsp fish sauce; 2 tbsp oyster sauce; 1 cup water; 1/2 tsp MSG (optional); 2 thai chili peppers (optional); 2 stalks green onions, chopped

1

In a wok or large pan over medium-high heat, add cooking oil and 1 tablespoon of sugar. Cook, stirring occasionally, until the sugar melts and caramelizes into a dark brown color.

2

Add the minced garlic and chopped shallot to the pan and stir-fry until fragrant, about 30 seconds.

3

Add the chicken wings to the pan and stir to coat them in the caramel and aromatics.

4

Season the chicken with garlic powder, paprika, black pepper, and the remaining 1 tablespoon of sugar. If using, add the MSG.

5

Pour in the fish sauce, oyster sauce, and water. Stir everything to combine.

6

Bring the sauce to a simmer, then cover the pan and cook for 15 minutes.

7

Uncover, stir the wings, and continue to simmer uncovered for another 10 minutes.

8

Continue simmering, stirring occasionally, until the sauce has reduced and thickened to your liking.

9

Add the whole Thai chili peppers for a bit of heat, if desired.

10

Turn off the heat and stir in the chopped green onions. Serve immediately.

Caramelized Chicken Wings

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