Description
Deliciously crispy and flavorful Air Fryer Sweet Asian Chili Wings coated in a seasoned flour mixture, air fried to perfection, then tossed in a sweet and tangy Asian chili sauce. Garnished with sesame seeds and fresh green onions, these wings make a perfect appetizer or snack.
Ingredients
Scale
Wings and Coating
- 1 pound Chicken wings
- 1 cup all purpose flour
- 1/2 cup corn starch
- 1/2 cup corn meal
- Garlic salt – to taste
- Seasoned salt – to taste
- 1 teaspoon Onion powder
- 1 teaspoon Garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon Paprika
- 1 cup milk
- 1 egg
- Spray Olive Oil
Sauce and Garnish
- 1 bottle Sweet Asian Chili Sauce (approx. 12 oz)
- Sesame seeds (to sprinkle on top of the wings)
- Green onions, chopped (to top wings)
Instructions
- Season the Wings: Lay the wings out on waxed paper and sprinkle evenly with garlic salt and seasoned salt to infuse them with savory flavor.
- Prepare Egg Wash: In a medium dish, beat together the milk and egg until well blended to create a smooth dipping mixture for the wings.
- Mix Dry Coating: In another medium dish, combine the all-purpose flour, corn starch, and cornmeal, mixing well for an even blend.
- Add Spices to Coating: Add onion powder, garlic powder, and paprika to the flour mixture and mix thoroughly to distribute the seasonings.
- Coat the Wings: Dip each wing first into the milk and egg mixture, then roll and coat thoroughly in the flour and spice mixture for a crispy crust.
- Prepare for Air Frying: Place the coated wings in the air fryer basket and lightly spray with olive oil spray to ensure crispness during cooking.
- First Cook Cycle: Set the air fryer to 375°F and cook the wings for 12 minutes, allowing them to start crisping up.
- Flip and Continue Cooking: After the initial cooking, turn the wings over, spray lightly again with olive oil, and cook for an additional 12 minutes to achieve full golden crispiness.
- Toss in Sauce: Pour half of the sweet Asian chili sauce into a large bowl, add the cooked wings, and toss well to coat them evenly in the sauce.
- Serve the Wings: Use tongs to remove the wings from the sauce and arrange them on a platter or individual plates, ready for serving.
- Garnish and Enjoy: Sprinkle sesame seeds and chopped green onions on top of the wings for added flavor and presentation, then serve immediately.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, ensure the wings are not overcrowded in the air fryer basket to allow proper air circulation.
- Adjust the amount of sweet chili sauce according to your taste preference for spice and sweetness.
- You can substitute milk with any plant-based milk for a lactose-free option.
- Use fresh green onions for best flavor and garnish appearance.
- Make sure to preheat the air fryer for optimal cooking results.
