Crispy Five Spice Wings Recipe (with Video)

Marinating the Chicken Wings
1. Marinate chicken wings in salt, white pepper, garlic, ginger, soy sauce, and sesame oil for 1-2 hours or overnight for best results.
Preparing the Seasoning Mix
1. In a large bowl, add flour, cornstarch, kosher salt, white pepper, and baking powder.
2. Mix together until combined, then add any leftover marinade (or 1-2 tbsp of water) into the seasoning mix.
3. With your hands, rub the mix together with the liquid to create craggily bits in the seasoning mix.
Coating and Resting the Wings
1. Coat your wings into the seasoning mix, and pack in the dredge well making sure to leave no dry spots.
2. Shake off any excess and let rest on a sheet pan for 10-15 minutes while you heat up your frying oil.
Frying the Wings
1. Fry the wings in batches at 350F for 6-8 minutes.
2. Remove and set on a rack or paper towel to drain while you fry the rest of your wings.
3. Fry the wings a 2nd time at 350F for 1-2 minutes. This will get the exterior super crispy.
Preparing the Spice Mixture
1. In a small bowl, mix together five-spice powder, paprika, Szechuan chili powder, salt, and sugar.
Serving the Wings
1. Immediately toss the wings in the spice mixture while hot.
2. Serve immediately and enjoy.