Wok-fried Chicken Wings with Shrimp Paste 蝦醬炒雞翼

Crispy chicken wings stir-fried with pungent and savory shrimp paste, a classic Cantonese flavor combination that's incredibly addictive.

Nutrition (per serving)

Ingredients

• 500g chicken mid-joint wings
• 2 tbsp shrimp paste
• 1 tbsp Shaoxing wine
• 1 tbsp light soy sauce
• 1 tsp sugar
• 1/2 tsp white pepper
• 1 tsp sesame oil
• 1 tbsp cornstarch
• 2 slices ginger, julienned
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 red chili, sliced (optional)
• 2 stalks spring onion, cut into 2-inch lengths
• 2 tbsp cooking oil

Steps

1. Marinate chicken wings with shrimp paste, Shaoxing wine, light soy sauce, sugar, white pepper, sesame oil, and cornstarch for at least 15 minutes.
2. Heat cooking oil in a wok over medium-high heat. Add marinated chicken wings and pan-fry until golden brown on all sides.
3. Push chicken wings to one side of the wok. Add julienned ginger, minced garlic, and sliced red chili (if using) to the other side. Sauté until fragrant.
4. Toss everything together and stir-fry for another 2-3 minutes, ensuring chicken wings are evenly coated with the aromatic mixture.
5. Add spring onion segments and stir-fry for a final minute.
6. Serve hot with steamed rice.

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