Description
These Sticky Lemongrass Chilli Air Fryer Chicken Wings are bursting with bold flavors of lemongrass, chili, and a hint of sweetness. Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these wings are a delicious appetizer or main dish.
Ingredients
Scale
Marinade:
- 2 pounds chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
- 2 stalks lemongrass (white part only, finely minced)
- 3 cloves garlic (minced)
- 1 red chili (finely chopped, adjust to taste)
- 2 tablespoons soy sauce
- 1 tablespoon fish sauce
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 1 tablespoon brown sugar
- 1 tablespoon lime juice
- 1 tablespoon vegetable oil
- 1 teaspoon sesame oil
- 1/2 teaspoon ground black pepper
Garnish:
- Fresh cilantro and lime wedges
Instructions
- Making the Marinade: In a large mixing bowl, combine lemongrass, garlic, chili, soy sauce, fish sauce, honey, brown sugar, lime juice, vegetable oil, sesame oil, and black pepper. Mix well to form a marinade.
- Marinating the Wings: Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss to coat thoroughly. Cover and marinate in the refrigerator for at least 1 hour, preferably overnight for deeper flavor.
- Air Frying: Preheat the air fryer to 380°F (193°C). Arrange the marinated wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, cooking in batches if necessary. Air fry for 24–26 minutes, flipping halfway through, until the wings are golden brown, sticky, and fully cooked.
- Preparing the Sauce: While the wings cook, transfer the remaining marinade to a small saucepan. Bring to a boil over medium heat, then simmer for 5 minutes until thickened slightly.
- Finishing Touches: Once the wings are done, toss them in the reduced sauce to coat. Garnish with chopped cilantro and lime wedges before serving.
Notes
- For extra crispiness, pat the wings dry before marinating.
- You can adjust the chili amount based on your spice preference.
- If you can’t find fresh lemongrass, use 1 tablespoon of lemongrass paste as a substitute.
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 5–6 wings
- Calories: 410
- Sugar: 9g
- Sodium: 820mg
- Fat: 27g
- Saturated Fat: 7g
- Unsaturated Fat: 17g
- Trans Fat: 0g
- Carbohydrates: 12g
- Fiber: 0g
- Protein: 29g
- Cholesterol: 115mg
