Description
Crispy, juicy air-fried chicken wings glazed with a flavorful Vietnamese fish sauce mixture. A perfect balance of sweet, sour, and umami, these wings are a modern and healthier twist on a global favorite, ideal for casual meals or impressing guests.
Ingredients
1.5 lbs chicken wings
3 tablespoons fish sauce
2 tablespoons lime juice
1 tablespoon honey or peach jam
1 teaspoon minced garlic
1 teaspoon chili flakes or minced fresh chili (adjust to taste)
1 teaspoon toasted sesame oil
1 tablespoon vegetable oil (for brushing)
1 teaspoon salt (optional)
Fresh cilantro for garnish
Toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Instructions
Pat chicken wings dry and trim excess fat. Arrange them in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
In a small bowl, whisk together fish sauce, lime juice, honey or peach jam, minced garlic, chili flakes, and toasted sesame oil to create the marinade.
Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C). Drizzle vegetable oil over the wings to help them crisp.
Cook the wings for 18 minutes, flipping halfway through, until golden and crispy.
In the last 2 minutes of cooking, brush or drizzle the fish sauce glaze evenly over the wings.
Remove from the air fryer and let rest for a few minutes. Garnish with fresh cilantro and sesame seeds before serving.
Notes
Ensure wings are dry for best crispiness.
Marinade can be made up to a day in advance.
For extra spice, add more chili flakes or fresh chili.
Wings can be cooked in batches if necessary to maintain even cooking.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 6 wings
- Calories: 420
- Sugar: 5g
- Sodium: 1800mg
- Fat: 28g
- Saturated Fat: 5g
- Carbohydrates: 5g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 34g
- Cholesterol: 150mg