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Pineapple Fried Chicken Wings

Pineapple Fried Chicken Wings are crispy on the outside, tender on the inside, and coated with a sweet and tangy glaze that makes for an irresistible dinner option.
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Prep Time 30 minutes
Cook Time 10 minutes
Total Time 40 minutes
Servings: 4 servings
Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Asian Fusion
Calories: 320
Ingredients Method Notes

Ingredients
  

For the Marinade
  • 1 cup pineapple juice the fresher, the better!
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1/4 cup brown sugar
  • 1 tbsp ginger, minced
  • 3 cloves garlic, minced
For Frying
  • 2 lbs chicken wings
  • 2 tbsp cornstarch
  • to taste salt and pepper for seasoning
  • Vegetable oil for frying
For Garnish
  • 1 fresh pineapple chunks for garnish

Method
 

Marinating the Wings
  1. In a large bowl, mix together the pineapple juice, soy sauce, brown sugar, minced ginger, and garlic.
  2. Add in your chicken wings and massage the marinade all over. Let them soak in the fridge for at least 30 minutes.
Preparing for Frying
  1. After marinating, remove the wings and pat them dry with paper towels.
  2. Toss the chicken wings with cornstarch, salt, and pepper until they’re well-coated.
Frying the Wings
  1. Heat about an inch of vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat.
  2. Carefully place the wings into the hot oil in batches and fry until golden brown and crispy, about 8-10 minutes.
  3. Transfer the cooked wings to a wire rack to drain excess oil.
Making the Glaze
  1. In a small saucepan, mix the leftover marinade and bring it to a boil.
  2. Reduce heat and let it simmer until it thickens slightly.
  3. Drizzle the glaze over the crispy wings and toss to coat.
Garnishing and Serving
  1. Serve the Pineapple Fried Chicken Wings warm, garnished with fresh pineapple chunks.

Notes

For extra crunch, double-dip the wings after the first cornstarch coat in beaten egg and coat again with cornstarch. Use fresh pineapple for a more vibrant flavor.