Crispy Fish Sauce Glazed Chicken Wings

Step 1: Prep and Marinate Chicken

Wash chicken wings with diluted salt water and crushed ginger to eliminate odor, chop into bite-sized segments, and pat completely dry. Make small slits in the meat for flavor absorption. Marinate with 1/2 tsp ground pepper and 1/2 tsp seasoning powder for 15 minutes.

Step 2: Deep-fry the Wings

Dust the chicken pieces evenly with crispy frying flour. Heat cooking oil in a pan over medium heat, fry the chicken until golden and thoroughly cooked. Turn up the heat for the last 2 minutes to crisp the skin and remove excess oil, then transfer to a paper-towel-lined plate.

Step 3: Make the Fish Sauce Glaze

Mix 2 tbsp fish sauce, 2 tbsp sugar, and 1 tbsp water until dissolved. In a clean pan, heat 1 tbsp oil, saute minced garlic and chili until fragrant, then pour in the sauce mixture and simmer over low heat until slightly thickened.

Step 4: Toss and Serve

Add the crispy fried wings into the simmering sauce, toss vigorously on medium heat for 1-2 minutes until thoroughly glazed, then turn off the heat. Plate and serve hot alongside fresh cucumber slices and herbs.