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Beer-Braised Chicken Wings with Potatoes | Chef John’s Cooking Class

Chef John Zhang

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Imagine chicken wings, golden and crisp, soaking up the robust flavors of beer, soy sauce, and oyster sauce, enhanced by the sweetness of brown candy and the earthiness of carrots and potatoes. This recipe is a testament to the magic of beer in cooking, transforming simple ingredients into a feast for the senses. The beer not only imparts a delightful reddish hue to the chicken but also tenderizes it, thanks to its alpha acids and tannins, ensuring every bite is succulent and full of flavor.

Ready in just 30 minutes, it’s perfect for those who love to cook but also appreciate the value of time.

Recipe links to Seafood and Tofu Soup and Glazed Asparagus.

Recipe

PRE TIME: 10 min

COOKING TIME: 20 min

TOTAL TIME: 30 min

3 SERVING

Ingredients:

1 lb. Chicken wings
3 tbsp. Cooking oil
2 oz. Ginger, sliced
5 stalks Green onions, cut into 1/2 inch pieces.
2 cans Beer
2 tbsp. Soy sauce
1 tbsp. Oyster sauce
1 tsp. Ground salt
1½ oz. Brown candy in pieces
1 large Carrot
1 lb. Potatoes
1/2 cup Potato starch slurry(1 to 2 ratio of cornstarch to water)

Directions:

Step 1

Prepare Chicken Wings: Make two slanted cuts on the back of each chicken wing. This helps the wings absorb flavors during cooking.

Step 2

Prep Vegetables: Cut potatoes into small triangle chunks and soak them in cold water to prevent discoloration. Similarly, cut carrots into small triangle chunks.

Step 3

Cooking the Dish: In a cooking pan over medium heat, add cooking oil. Add the chicken wings and 1 oz of ginger slices. Fry for 3-5 minutes until golden on both sides.

Step 4

Add the green onions, remaining ginger slices, beer, soy sauce, oyster sauce, salt, brown candy, carrots, and potatoes. Mix well.

Step 5

Cover with a lid and simmer for 10-15 minutes over medium-low heat.

Remove the green onion and ginger pieces. Prepare the potato starch slurry by mixing it thoroughly, then add it to the pan to thicken the sauce.

Step 6

Serve and Enjoy: Ladle the beer-braised chicken wings and potatoes into bowls, ensuring a good mix of ingredients in each serving. Enjoy the rich, hearty flavors infused in every bite.

Final Notes

Potatoes taste better when they are fully cooked. The quality of the beer greatly enhances the quality of the dish. It also helps to thicken the sauce towards the end.