Soy-Glazed Korean Chicken Wings with Scallions
Crispy chicken wings tossed in a savory soy glaze and garnished with fresh scallions for a flavorful Korean appetizer. This korean-inspired korean ready in about 25 minutes pairs chicken wings, soy sauce, brown sugar for a weeknight-friendly dinner that comes together with one pan and minimal cleanup. Each serving lands at about 350 calories and feeds 4, so it slots cleanly into a weekly meal plan and pairs well with a quick salad or grain on the side. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" below to drop this recipe into your week and send the ingredients straight to Instacart. Nutrition values are approximate, calculated from USDA FoodData Central (fdc.nal.usda.gov) — verify against ingredient labels for any health-driven dietary plan.
Ingredients
- 1 lb chicken wings
- 3 tbsp soy sauce
- 2 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic cloves, minced
- 1 tsp ginger, grated
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar
- 1 tsp sesame oil
- 2 tbsp vegetable oil
- 3 stalks scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds
Instructions
- Step 1: Pat dry 1 lb chicken wings and season lightly with salt. Heat 2 tbsp vegetable oil in a large skillet over medium-high heat. Add wings and cook for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally until golden and cooked through.
- Step 2: Meanwhile, in a small bowl, whisk together 3 tbsp soy sauce, 2 tbsp brown sugar, 2 minced garlic cloves, 1 tsp grated ginger, 1 tbsp rice vinegar, and 1 tsp sesame oil until sugar dissolves.
- Step 3: Pour the soy glaze over the cooked wings in the skillet. Reduce heat to medium and toss wings continuously for 3-4 minutes until the sauce thickens and coats the wings.
- Step 4: Remove from heat and garnish with 3 thinly sliced scallions and 1 tsp toasted sesame seeds before serving.
Frequently asked questions
How long does Soy-Glazed Korean Chicken Wings with Scallions take to make?
Total time is about 25 minutes (10 min prep + 15 min cook). Most home cooks find this fits comfortably into a weeknight; double the batch on Sunday for two dinners.
How do I store leftover Soy-Glazed Korean Chicken Wings with Scallions?
Cool to room temperature within 2 hours, then store in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 4 days. Reheat covered in a 350°F oven for 10-12 minutes, or microwave at 70% power in 60-second bursts to keep chicken wings from drying out.
Can I substitute ingredients in Soy-Glazed Korean Chicken Wings with Scallions?
Yes — most ingredients in this recipe have flexible swaps. For oil, use any neutral high-smoke-point oil (avocado, grapeseed, refined coconut). For aromatics, dried herbs at ⅓ the volume of fresh work in a pinch. The full ingredient list is shoppable on Instacart so you can see substitutes in real time.
How do I scale Soy-Glazed Korean Chicken Wings with Scallions for a different number of people?
The recipe is written for 4 servings. Multiply each ingredient by (your serving target / 4). Cook time stays roughly the same up to 2x; for 3-4x batches, switch from a skillet to a sheet pan or stockpot so the food isn't crowded — overcrowding steams instead of browns.
What goes well with Soy-Glazed Korean Chicken Wings with Scallions?
Korean korean like this pair well with a simple grain (rice, couscous, or crusty bread), a quick salad with acid (lemon vinaigrette, pickled onions), and a pan sauce or yogurt-based dip. Tap "Plan a meal with the AI" to get specific side suggestions.
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