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

  1. Preheat Air Fryer:
    Preheat to 193°C.
  2. Season & Cook:
    Toss the chicken wings with oil, salt, and pepper. Place in the air fryer basket. Select “Chicken” and cook for 20 minutes.
  3. 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.
  4. Glaze the Wings:
    Transfer cooked wings to a bowl, toss with the glaze, then return to the air fryer for 5 more minutes.
  5. Garnish & Serve:
    Sprinkle with chopped spring onion and serve hot.