Description
Crispy Vietnamese-style chicken wings marinated in fish sauce, garlic, lime, and sweet chili sauce, air-fried to golden perfection. A fusion of umami, tanginess, and spice in under 30 minutes.
Ingredients
2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
3 tbsp fish sauce
2 tbsp lime juice
1 tbsp minced garlic
1 tsp chili powder (or fresh chili, seeded)
1 tsp sea salt
1 tsp ground black pepper
1 tsp garlic powder
1 tbsp sweet chili sauce (non-alcoholic)
1 tsp toasted sesame oil (optional, for garnish)
Instructions
Pat chicken wings dry and cut into drumettes/floaters if needed
In a bowl, whisk fish sauce, lime juice, garlic, chili powder, sea salt, pepper, and garlic powder
Marinate wings for 20-30 minutes
Preheat air fryer to 400°F (200°C)
Spray air fryer basket with oil (optional) to prevent sticking
Place wings in single layer and air fry for 10 minutes
Brush sweet chili sauce over wings, air fry for 8-10 minutes until crispy
Toss with sesame oil before serving
Notes
Adjust chili powder for spiciness
Use maple syrup or keto honey to enhance sweetness in the marinade
Serve with lime wedges and fresh cilantro
Store leftovers in airtight container for up to 3 days
Nutrition
- Serving Size: 1 chicken wing
- Calories: 120
- Sugar: 2g
- Sodium: 1500mg
- Fat: 7g
- Saturated Fat: 2g
- Carbohydrates: 4g
- Fiber: 0.5g
- Protein: 8g
- Cholesterol: 45mg