Caramelized Chicken Wings

Ingredients

• 2 lbs chicken wings
• 1/4 cup soy sauce
• 2 tablespoons sesame oil
• 3 cloves garlic, minced
• 1 teaspoon freshly grated ginger
• 1/4 cup honey
• 1/4 cup ketchup
• 2 tablespoons rice vinegar
• 1/4 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional)
• 2 tablespoons sesame seeds, for garnish

Directions

1. Preheat oven to 375°F.
2. In a large bowl, combine soy sauce, sesame oil, garlic, ginger, honey, ketchup, rice vinegar, black pepper, and red pepper flakes (if using). Whisk to combine.
3. Add chicken wings to the bowl and toss to coat. Place wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper.
4. Bake wings for 30 minutes, flipping once halfway through.
5. Remove wings from oven and brush with remaining sauce. Return to the oven and bake for an additional 10 minutes.
6. Garnish with sesame seeds and serve.

Interesting Facts

• Chicken wings are one of the most popular appetizers in the United States.
• The honey in this recipe adds a hint of sweetness that balances out the spiciness of the dish.
• Sesame oil is a type of vegetable oil made from toasted sesame seeds.