Sweet, spicy, and sticky chicken wings inspired by Cape Malay cuisine. These wings are air-fried, glazed with a honey-soy mixture, and finished with a touch of Sriracha for heat.
Preparation Time: 15 minutes
Cooking Time: 25 minutes
Ingredients
- 680g chicken wings (about 1½ pounds)
- 1½ tablespoons vegetable oil
- Salt and pepper, to taste
- 60ml low-sodium soy sauce (about ¼ cup)
- 60ml honey (about ¼ cup)
- 2 tablespoons rice wine vinegar
- 1 tablespoon Sriracha sauce
- 3 garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tablespoon fresh ginger, grated
- 1 spring onion, chopped (for garnish)
Instructions
- Preheat Air Fryer:
Preheat to 193°C. - Season & Cook:
Toss the chicken wings with oil, salt, and pepper. Place in the air fryer basket. Select “Chicken” and cook for 20 minutes. - Make the Glaze:
While the wings cook, combine soy sauce, honey, vinegar, Sriracha, garlic, and ginger in a saucepan. Simmer for about 10 minutes, until slightly reduced. - Glaze the Wings:
Transfer cooked wings to a bowl, toss with the glaze, then return to the air fryer for 5 more minutes. - Garnish & Serve:
Sprinkle with chopped spring onion and serve hot.
