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Crispy Popcorn Wings

Recipe by Victor Wokmanyama on FacebookAdded 13 November 2026.

20 minutes to prep, 10 to cook. Crispy Popcorn Wings are a crunchy, flavor‑packed take on classic chicken wings, marinated in soy sauce, Chinese five‑spice and garlic, then double‑fried for extra crunch. A fragrant dry seasoning of Sichuan peppercorns, chicken powder, sea salt and basil adds a spicy, aromatic finish.

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Method

  1. Cut the chicken wings in half through the middle so they cook faster and absorb more flavour.

  2. Add grated garlic, soy sauce, Chinese five spice, sugar, cooking sake, and black pepper; mix for 1 minute, then let the wings marinate for 15 minutes.

  3. Grind Sichuan peppercorns, chicken powder, sea salt, sugar, and black pepper into a fine powder and strain out any larger pieces to create the dry seasoning.

  4. Add one egg white to the marinated wings and mix well to coat.

  5. Lightly dust each wing with corn starch, ensuring a thin and even coating; press any small starch clumps onto the wings for extra crispiness.

  6. Heat the frying oil to 375°F, then fry the coated wings for about 4 minutes until they turn golden.

  7. Raise the oil temperature to 400°F and fry the wings again for 30 seconds; add basil leaves during the last 15 seconds of this second fry.

  8. Remove the wings, drain well, toss with the prepared dry seasoning, and serve hot.

Tips while you cook

Marinate before coating
Allow the wings to rest in the garlic‑soy mixture for the full 15 minutes before adding egg white.
Even starch coating
Press any small corn‑starch clumps onto the wings after dusting.
Second fry timing
Raise oil to 200 °C and fry for exactly 30 seconds, adding basil leaves during the last 15 seconds.
Season after frying
Toss the hot wings with the dry seasoning immediately after draining.

Notes from ReelsMeals, based on this recipe's ingredients, times and method. They are not the creator's instructions.

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