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Gochujang Wings. Wing sauce recipes

Gochujang Wings

Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 45 minutes
Total Time 1 hour
Makes 4 to 6 servings (about 20 wings)

Ingredients

  • 2 pounds chicken wings split into flats and drumettes
  • 1 tablespoon baking powder not baking soda
  • 1 teaspoon kosher salt
  • 1/4 cup gochujang Korean chili paste
  • 2 tablespoons soy sauce
  • 2 tablespoons honey
  • 1 tablespoon rice vinegar
  • 1 tablespoon sesame oil
  • 2 cloves garlic minced
  • 1 teaspoon grated fresh ginger
  • Toasted sesame seeds and sliced scallion for serving

Instructions

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F, line a rimmed baking sheet with foil, and set a wire rack inside it.
  • Pat the chicken wings completely dry with paper towels.
  • Toss the wings with the baking powder and kosher salt in a large bowl until evenly coated.
  • Arrange the wings skin side up on the rack in a single layer with space between each piece.
  • Bake for 40 to 45 minutes, flipping once at the 20 minute mark, until deep golden and a thermometer reads 165°F in the thickest piece.
  • While the wings bake, whisk the gochujang, soy sauce, honey, rice vinegar, sesame oil, garlic, and ginger in a small saucepan over medium heat; simmer 3 to 4 minutes, stirring often, until thick and glossy.
  • Let the baked wings rest for 2 minutes off the heat.
  • Transfer the wings to a large bowl, pour over the warm sauce, and toss until every piece is coated thick and even.
  • Pile onto a platter, scatter with sesame seeds and scallion, and serve immediately.

Good to Know

No gochujang in the pantry yet, swap in 3 tablespoons sriracha plus 1 tablespoon brown sugar for a close, slightly brighter stand-in.