Cola Chicken Wings
Cola Chicken Wings are a popular dish in Asian cuisine, especially in Chinese home cooking. The recipe features chicken wings cooked with Cola, soy sauce, ginger, and garlic, creating a savory and slightly sweet glaze. The carbonation in the Cola helps tenderize the meat while adding a unique depth of flavor. This dish is not only delicious but also easy to prepare, making it a great option for both casual meals and special occasions.
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When making Cola Chicken Wings at home, there are some special considerations and techniques that can help you create a delicious dish:
1.Choosing Ingredients:
Chicken Wings: Use fresh or frozen chicken wings. Make sure they are fresh and odor-free when buying.
Soy Sauce: Asian supermarkets carry Chinese light (sheng chou) and dark soy sauces (lao chou). If unavailable, regular soy sauce will do, though the flavor might differ slightly.
Cola: Use regular cola, not diet or low-sugar versions.
2.Seasonings:
Salt and soy sauce: Soy sauce brands vary between countries and may taste different from Chinese soy sauce in terms of flavor and saltiness. Adjust the seasoning accordingly to ensure the desired taste.
Cook Wine: Found in Asian supermarkets, but if you can’t find it, substitute with dry white wine or apple cider for a different but still pleasant flavor.
3.Cooking Tools:
Pan: Use a non-stick or cast-iron pan to prevent the wings from sticking.
Heat: Stove heat levels differ. Adjust accordingly during frying and simmering.
4.Frying Tips:
Preheat the Pan: Heat the pan first, then add oil, swirling it to coat the bottom evenly to prevent sticking.
Golden Brown: Fry wings until golden brown before flipping, ensuring a crispy exterior and juicy interior.
5.Simmering Tips:
High Heat First: Pour in the cola and bring to a boil over high heat, then reduce to low heat to simmer. This helps the wings absorb the cola’s sweetness.
Stir Occasionally: Stir occasionally to prevent sticking and ensure even cooking.
These wings are perfect for any meal or gathering. They’re easy to make, full of flavor, and always a crowd-pleaser. Try this Asian-inspired dish and enjoy a unique, delicious taste experience!
INGREDIENTS
MAIN INGREDIENTS
- Chicken Wings: 10 pieces
ACCESSORIES
- Cola: 1 can (about 355 ml)
- Ginger: a few slices (finely chopped)
- Garlic: 3-4 cloves (minced)
- Scallions: as needed (chopped)
SEASONINGS
- Light Soy Sauce: 3 tablespoons
- Dark Soy Sauce: 1 tablespoon
- Cooking Wine: 1 tablespoon
- Salt: 1/2 teaspoon
- Oil: as needed
DIRECTIONS
STEP 1
Prepare Ingredients
Mince the garlic, finely chop the ginger, and chop the scallions. Set aside.
STEP 2
Prepare Chicken Wings
Use a toothpick to poke several small holes on both sides of each chicken wing for better flavor absorption.
STEP 3
Marinate Chicken Wings
Place chicken wings in a bowl. Add minced garlic, chopped ginger, and scallions. Pour in 3 tablespoons of light soy sauce, 1 tablespoon of cooking wine, 1 tablespoon of dark soy sauce, and 1/2 teaspoon of salt. Mix well and marinate for 15 minutes.
Tips:
Massage the marinade into the wings to ensure even distribution.
For a spicy kick, add some chili powder during marination or dried chili peppers during cooking.
STEP 4
Fry the Chicken Wings
Heat oil in a pan. Once hot, swirl the oil to coat the bottom evenly.
Fry the marinated chicken wings until golden brown on both sides.
STEP 5
Simmer the Chicken Wings
After frying until golden brown, pour in Cola until the liquid just covers the chicken wings.
Bring to a boil over high heat, then cover the pan with a lid and simmer over low heat for about 20 minutes until the chicken wings are fully cooked and the sauce thickens.
STEP 6
Finish and Serve
Once the sauce thickens, increase the heat to high and quickly reduce the sauce, continuously turning the chicken wings to coat them evenly with the thickened sauce.
STEP 7
Serve the Cola Chicken Wings garnished with chopped scallions or sesame seeds as desired.
Recipe analyzer
- Recipes: Cola Chicken Wings
- Main Ingredients:4
- Servings per recipe:1
- Servings size:671 g
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Energy (calories)：519 kcal
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Protein：64.68 g
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Fat：10.41 g
Why gray?
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Carbohydrates：39.04 g
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Protein: 53%275 kcal
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Fat: 18%94 kcal
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Carbohydrates: 29%151 kcal
The ratio shows whether the proportion of both fatty acids in your diet is optimal. Red color means too much of Omega 6 or too little of Omega 3. The data are rounded off and approximate.
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