I first experienced the most out-of-this-world chicken wings at a Japanese restaurant on Guam, which immediately became one of my favorite restaurants for authentic Japanese cuisine. Tucked away in the heart of Tumon, but not as well-known as other Japanese restaurants, Wara was like a hidden gem and a mini Japan getaway. My husband and I enjoyed many date nights there -- watching Japanese game shows and admiring the walls decorated with Japanese keepsakes. I just HAD to have these every time I ate there! After all, who can resist something so crispy with a coating of salty, sweet glaze and topped with crunchy sesame seeds!? These wings are addicting, so proceed with caution!
Japanese Nagoya Fried Chicken Wings
Author: Hello Lovely Living
Published February 16, 2015
Servings: 3-4
Prep: 10 mins
Cook: 40 mins
Total time: 50 mins
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- Potato starch
- Oil for deep frying
- White sesame seeds
- Salt and black Pepper
Glaze Ingredients
- 1/3 cup mirin
- 1 1/2 Tbsp sake (sub. white wine)
- 2 Tbsp soy sauce
- 1/4 cup sugar
- 1/2 tsp garlic powder
- 1/2 tsp ginger powder
- Pinch of salt
Instructions
- In a small saucepan, bring the ingredients for the glaze to a boil. Reduce heat to medium low and simmer for 15 minutes, or until sauce has thickened to form a glaze. Set aside when done.
- Pat chicken wings dry with paper towels to remove any excess moisture. Coat evenly with potato starch and sprinkle with a dash of salt.
- Deep fry wings in oil until they are crispy and golden brown - about 7-8 minutes. Drain well and let cool.
- Place wings in a container and drizzle evenly with glaze, then cover and shake until well coated. Sprinkle evenly with sesame seeds and sprinkle with black pepper.
Notes
- Serve with steamed, white rice.