Entrée: Thailand – ปีกไก่ทอดสไตล์ไทย ▶ Piik Gai Thot Sai Thai (Thai-Style Chicken Wings)

Serving Size: 4

Approximate Time

Prep 1 hr 15 min

Cook 35 min

Total 1 hr 50 min

Ingredients

2 lb (900 g) chicken wing flats
3 tbsp (45 ml) Thai fish sauce
2 tbsp (30 ml) soy sauce
2 tbsp (30 ml) lime juice
2 tbsp (30 g) brown sugar
1 tbsp (6 g) grated fresh ginger
1 tbsp (9 g) minced garlic
1 tbsp (15 ml) sriracha or other hot chili sauce
1 tbsp (15 ml) vegetable oil
1 tsp (5 ml) sesame oil
2 tbsp (8 g) chopped fresh cilantro for garnish
1 tbsp (9 g) toasted sesame seeds for garnish
Lime wedges for serving

Instructions

1. **Marinate the Chicken:**
   In a large bowl, combine the Thai fish sauce, soy sauce, lime juice, brown sugar, grated ginger, minced garlic, sriracha, vegetable oil, and sesame oil. Add the chicken wing flats to the bowl and toss well to ensure they're fully coated in the marinade. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to overnight for more intense flavor.

2. **Cook the Wings:**
   Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place a wire rack on top. Arrange the marinated chicken wings in a single layer on the rack, discarding any excess marinade. Bake in the preheated oven for 30-35 minutes, or until the wings are golden brown and crispy, turning once halfway through cooking. 

3. **Garnish and Serve:**
   Once cooked, remove the wings from the oven and transfer them to a serving platter. Garnish with chopped fresh cilantro and toasted sesame seeds. Serve hot with lime wedges on the side for extra zest. Enjoy these flavorful wings with a cold drink!