Japanese-Style Soy-Ginger Glazed Chicken Wings

Portions:4
plus marinating time 1 hour
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Ingredients

  • 2 pounds Chicken wings separated at joints
  • ½ cup Soy sauce
  • ½ cup Sake
  • ¼ cup Sugar
  • ¼ teaspoon Crushed red pepper
  • 1 Garlic clove crushed
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Fresh ginger root grated (do not use powdered ginger)

Instructions

  • Cut each chicken wing into three parts, separating at the joints (freeze wing tips for another use).
  • In a 12×8 inch baking dish, mix together soy sauce, sake, sugar, crushed red pepper, crushed garlic, and grated ginger.
  • Add chicken wings to the marinade, turning to coat well.
  • Let it marinate for 1 hour, turning occasionally.
  • (Can be prepared in advance.
  • Cover and refrigerate for up to 24 hours).
  • Preheat the oven to 375 degrees Fahrenheit.
  • Bake the marinated chicken wings uncovered for 1 1/2 hours, turning occasionally.
  • Serve warm and enjoy!

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Pairing Advice:

For a delightful pairing, consider a crisp and refreshing sake to complement the Japanese flavors of the dish. Alternatively, a light-bodied white wine like Sauvignon Blanc or Pinot Grigio would also work well with the savory and slightly sweet notes of the chicken wings.

Nutritional Information

Calories: 320 kcal | Carbohydrates: 10 g | Protein: 25 g | Fat: 18 g | Fiber: 0.5 g | Sugar: 8 g
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Course Chicken
Cuisine Japanese