Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Wings

Spicy Thai Basil Chicken Wings

A delicious and spicy Thai-inspired chicken wing recipe that brings the flavor of Thailand to your grill.

Time: 1. Prep: 10 mins 2. Cook: 20 mins 3. Total: 30 mins
Servings: 4
Difficulty: Intermediate
Cuisine: Thai, Street Food

Allergens

Fish, Soy, Wheat (gluten)

Ingredients

  • 1. 2 lbs chicken wings, split at joints 2. 3 tbsp fish sauce 3. 2 tbsp soy sauce 4. 2 tsp sriracha 5. 2 cloves garlic, minced 6. 1 cup fresh Thai basil leaves 7. 1/2 cup finely chopped cilantro 8. 1/2 cup thinly sliced red onion 9. 3 tbsp rice vinegar 10. 1 tbsp sugar 11. 1 tsp ground black pepper

Instructions

  1. In a large bowl, combine fish sauce, soy sauce, sriracha, garlic, rice vinegar, sugar, and ground black pepper. Mix well.
  2. Add chicken wings to the marinade and toss to coat evenly. Cover and refrigerate for at least 30 minutes.
  3. Preheat grill to medium high heat. Grill wings for 18 20 minutes, turning occasionally, until cooked through and slightly charred.
  4. In a large pan, heat oil over medium heat. Add marinade, chicken wings, and half of the Thai basil leaves. Cook for 3 4 minutes or until the sauce thickens. Remove from heat.
  5. Transfer wings to a serving platter and garnish with remaining Thai basil leaves, cilantro, and sliced red onion. Serve immediately.

Chef’s Insight

The secret to this recipe is the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors that will leave your taste buds tingling.

Notes

To enhance the smoky aroma, grill the wings outdoors. For added heat, adjust sriracha quantity to taste.

Cultural or Historical Background

This dish was inspired by the famous street food of Thailand, where grilled chicken wings are marinated in a spicy, tangy sauce and served with fresh herbs.