Baked Lemon Pepper Wings (Asian Style)

Jul 7, 2016
2 min read

Lemon Pepper Baked Wings (Asian-style)

These baked wings pack the quintessential Asian flavor punch with their savory yet sweet, lacquered sauce. Accompanied with the fresh finish of lemon zest and subtle heat from Thai chili peppers, these guys are sure to satisfy the next time you need your fix but want to stay connected to your health or fitness goals. Baked Lemon Pepper Wings (300 Calories per serving) (Makes 3 servings) 2 pounds of chicken wings (drumettes and wingettes only) 1/2 teaspoon of kosher salt 1 tablespoon baking powder 1 large lemon, zested and juiced 1 tablespoon of sugar 1 tablespoon of good quality fish sauce 2 Thai chili peppers, finely minced (optional) chopped cilantro, for garnish Preheat your oven to 250 degrees Fahrenheit and adjust your oven racks to be in upper-middle and lower middle positions. Pat chicken wings dry with a dry paper towel and add into a large zip top bag with kosher salt and baking powder. Seal the bag and shake to evenly coat the wings with the seasonings. Spray cooking spray onto a wire rack or baking sheet and bake the wings for 30 minutes on the lower middle rack. Then heat oven up to 425 degrees Fahrenheit and cook wings for an additional 40-50 minutes in the upper middle rack. (This method ensures that the wings get golden and crisp without the deep-frying method.) When the wings are finished cooking, take them out and allow them to cook slightly for five minutes. In a non-stick skillet over medium heat, add lemon juice, fish sauce and sugar. Whisk to dissolve the sugar and cook the sauce for approximately 2-3 minutes or until it becomes reduced and lacquered. Toss in the baked wings, lemon zest and Thai chili. Garnish with cilantro for a fresh finish. Have fun in the kitchen!