Spicy Sweet Grilled Chicken Wings
These spicy sweet grilled chicken wings are a culinary delight that everyone will love! Inspired by the vibrant flavor profiles of Asian cuisine, this dish features juicy wings marinated in a zesty combination of chili-garlic sauce, honey, and a touch of heat from sriracha. Perfect for grilling enthusiasts and chicken lovers alike, these wings are not only easy to prepare but also pack a flavorful punch that will elevate your next gathering or game day. Enjoy them hot off the grill, perfectly glazed, and garnished with toasted sesame seeds and fresh green onions for an added crunch and burst of flavor.
4
Servings
750
Calories
14
Ingredients
Ingredients
chicken wings
5 lbs (cut apart at joints)
water
6 cups (for brining)
kosher salt
1/4 cup (for brining)
chili-garlic sauce
1/2 cup (divided)
honey
1 cup (divided)
soy sauce
2 tablespoons (for sauce)
sweet soy sauce
1/2 cup (for sauce)
sriracha sauce
3 tablespoons (for sauce)
apple cider vinegar
1/4 cup (for sauce)
minced ginger
1/4 cup (for sauce)
sea salt
1 teaspoon (for seasoning)
freshly cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon (for seasoning)
toasted sesame seeds
1 teaspoon (toast in dry skillet over low heat)
minced green onion
1 tablespoon (for garnish)
Instructions
Nutrition Information
37.5g
Fat
75g
Carbs
56.25g
Protein
Frequently Asked Questions
Frequently Asked Questions
What are Spicy Sweet Grilled Chicken Wings?
Spicy Sweet Grilled Chicken Wings are an Asian-inspired dish featuring juicy wings marinated in a zesty combination of chili-garlic sauce, honey, and sriracha, then grilled to perfection.
How many pounds of chicken wings do I need for this recipe?
This recipe requires 5 lbs of chicken wings.
How should the chicken wings be prepared before cooking?
The chicken wings should be cut apart at the joints.
What is the base of the wing brine?
The brine consists of 6 cups of water and 1/4 cup of kosher salt.
What provides the sweetness in the sauce?
The sweetness comes from 1 cup of honey and 1/2 cup of sweet soy sauce.
How much chili-garlic sauce is used?
The recipe calls for 1/2 cup of chili-garlic sauce, divided.
Is there sriracha in this recipe?
Yes, the sauce includes 3 tablespoons of sriracha sauce for added heat.
What kind of vinegar is used for the sauce?
The recipe uses 1/4 cup of apple cider vinegar.
How much ginger is required?
You will need 1/4 cup of minced ginger for the sauce.
What are the recommended garnishes?
The wings are garnished with toasted sesame seeds and minced green onions.
How do I prepare the sesame seeds?
Toast the sesame seeds in a dry skillet over low heat until they are golden.
How many servings does this recipe provide?
This recipe serves 4 people.
What is the calorie count per serving?
Each serving contains approximately 750 calories.
How much protein is in each serving?
There are 56.25g of protein per serving.
What is the fat content per serving?
Each serving contains 37.5g of fat.
How many grams of carbohydrates are in a serving?
There are 75g of carbohydrates per serving.
Does this recipe use regular soy sauce?
Yes, it uses 2 tablespoons of soy sauce in addition to the sweet soy sauce.
What is the seasoning for the wings?
The wings are seasoned with 1 teaspoon of sea salt and 1 tablespoon of freshly cracked black pepper.
What category does this recipe fall under?
This recipe is categorized under Chicken.
What are the main flavor profiles of this dish?
The dish is characterized by spicy, sweet, and Asian-inspired flavors.
Is this recipe suitable for game day?
Yes, it is tagged as a perfect game day and barbecue appetizer.
How many ingredients are in this recipe?
There are a total of 14 ingredients.
Can these wings be grilled?
Yes, grilling is the primary cooking method for this recipe.
What tags are associated with this recipe?
Tags include wings, chicken, grilling, appetizer, spicy, sweet, barbecue, game day, and asian-inspired.
Is there fiber or sugar information available?
No, fiber and sugar content are not specified for this recipe.
How much minced green onion is used?
The recipe calls for 1 tablespoon of minced green onion for garnish.
What kind of salt is used for the brine?
Kosher salt is used specifically for the brining process.
What kind of salt is used for seasoning?
Sea salt is used for the final seasoning of the wings.
How much black pepper is used?
One tablespoon of freshly cracked black pepper is used for seasoning.
What type of soy sauce is used besides regular soy sauce?
The recipe also uses 1/2 cup of sweet soy sauce.