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Vietnamese Fish Sauce Fried Chicken Wings

Crispy Vietnamese Fish Sauce Fried Chicken Wings Delight

These Vietnamese Fish Sauce Fried Chicken Wings deliver a crispy texture and umami flavor that’s irresistible.
Prep Time 15 minutes
Cook Time 15 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Servings: 4 wings
Course: Appetizers
Cuisine: Vietnamese
Calories: 300

Ingredients
  

For the Wings
  • 2 lbs Chicken Wings Thighs can be substituted for a more succulent bite.
  • 1 tsp Garlic Powder Fresh minced garlic can enhance the taste.
  • 1 tsp Salt Reduce if watching sodium intake.
  • 1 tsp Ground Black Pepper Freshly ground offers superior aroma.
  • 1 tsp Chicken Bouillon Powder Mushroom seasoning can be a vegetarian alternative.
For the Coating
  • 1 cup Cornstarch Potato starch can be an alternative.
For the Glaze
  • 1/4 cup Fish Sauce Soy sauce can be a substitute.
  • 3 tbsp Sugar Honey can offer alternative sweetness.
  • 2 tbsp Lime Juice Vinegar can work if lime is unavailable.

Equipment

  • Deep Fryer
  • mixing bowl
  • slotted spoon
  • Heavy-bottomed pot
  • small saucepan

Method
 

Step-by-Step Instructions
  1. Clean the chicken wings with coarse salt, rinse thoroughly, and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. In a mixing bowl, combine garlic powder, salt, ground black pepper, and chicken bouillon powder. Rub this mixture into the wings and marinate for at least 15 minutes.
  3. Coat each chicken wing in cornstarch until well-coated.
  4. Heat oil in a deep fryer or heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C).
  5. Fry the wings in batches for about 8 minutes or until golden brown and crispy. Transfer to a paper towel-lined plate.
  6. In a small saucepan, combine fish sauce, sugar, and lime juice over low heat until the sugar dissolves.
  7. Toss the fried wings in a bowl with the prepared glaze until evenly coated.

Nutrition

Serving: 1wingCalories: 300kcalCarbohydrates: 10gProtein: 20gFat: 20gSaturated Fat: 5gPolyunsaturated Fat: 2gMonounsaturated Fat: 10gCholesterol: 70mgSodium: 800mgPotassium: 300mgFiber: 1gSugar: 3gVitamin A: 500IUVitamin C: 2mgCalcium: 20mgIron: 1mg

Notes

Store leftovers in an airtight container for up to 3 to 4 days. Freeze in a single layer for up to 2 months.

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