Cantonese Style Sweet and Sour Chicken Wings

Cantonese Style Sweet and Sour Chicken Wings are a delightful combination of crispy chicken wings coated in a vibrant, tangy sauce that brings a perfect balance of sweetness and acidity. This gluten-free dish is not only flavorful but also visually appealing, making it a great choice for a hearty supper.

Cantonese Style Sweet and Sour Chicken Wings
30 minutes
Difficulty: Medium
Chinese
520 kcal

Ingredients

  • Chicken wings - 500 grams
  • Rice flour - 100 grams
  • Cornstarch - 50 grams
  • Salt - 1 teaspoon
  • Black pepper - 1/2 teaspoon
  • Egg - 1 large
  • Vegetable oil - for frying
  • Red bell pepper - 1 medium, diced
  • Pineapple chunks - 100 grams
  • Green onion - 2 stalks, chopped
  • Garlic - 2 cloves, minced
  • Ginger - 1 teaspoon, minced
  • Apple cider vinegar - 2 tablespoons
  • Honey - 2 tablespoons
  • Tomato ketchup - 3 tablespoons
  • Soy sauce (gluten-free) - 1 tablespoon
  • Sesame oil - 1 teaspoon

Steps

  1. In a large bowl, mix rice flour, cornstarch, salt, and black pepper.
  2. In another bowl, beat the egg and then add it to the dry ingredients, mixing until well combined.
  3. Coat the chicken wings in the batter, ensuring they are evenly covered.
  4. Heat vegetable oil in a deep pan or fryer over medium-high heat.
  5. Fry the chicken wings in batches for about 8-10 minutes or until golden brown and crispy, then drain on paper towels.
  6. In a separate pan, add a small amount of oil and sauté minced garlic and ginger for 1 minute until fragrant.
  7. Add the diced red bell pepper and pineapple chunks, cooking for another 2-3 minutes.
  8. In a bowl, mix together the apple cider vinegar, honey, tomato ketchup, gluten-free soy sauce, and sesame oil.
  9. Pour the sauce over the sautéed vegetables and stir to combine, cooking for an additional 2 minutes.
  10. Add the fried chicken wings to the sauce, tossing to ensure they are well coated.
  11. Garnish with chopped green onion before serving.

Nutrition

  • Calories: 520
  • Protein: 30 g
  • Carbs: 45 g
  • Fiber: 1 g
  • Sugar: 20 g
  • Sodium: 800 mg
  • Cholesterol: 110 mg
  • Total Fat: 30 g
  • Saturated Fat: 5 g
  • Unsaturated Fat: 20 g
  • Water: 0.5 L

Health Benefits

  • High in protein, supporting muscle health and repair.
  • Contains vitamins from bell peppers and pineapple, promoting immune function.

Tags

ChineseGluten-FreeSupper