These black gold chicken wings are a crowd-pleaser, combining the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and spicy flavors. The sticky sauce with hints of garlic, soy sauce, and honey creates a lip-smacking dish that will have everyone coming back for more.
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 1/2 cup soy sauce
- 1/4 cup honey
- 3 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1/2 tsp black pepper
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- Green onions, for garnish
Directions
- Preheat oven to 400°F.
- In a bowl, combine soy sauce, honey, garlic, ginger, and black pepper.
- Toss chicken wings in the sauce mixture until well coated.
- Place wings on a baking sheet and bake for 40 minutes, turning halfway through.
- In a saucepan, heat vegetable oil and remaining sauce mixture.
- Once wings are cooked, toss them in the sauce until they are fully coated.
- Garnish with sliced green onions before serving.
Interesting Facts
The black gold sauce gets its name from the dark and glossy appearance it gives the chicken wings.
Chicken wings are a popular appetizer in American cuisine, especially for game day gatherings.
The combination of soy sauce, honey, and garlic creates a umami-rich flavor profile in this dish.