Crispy Chicken Wings in the Ninja Crispi Pro Air Fryer with Vietnamese Lime & Chili Sauce
Crispy Chicken Wings in the Ninja Crispi Pro Air Fryer with Vietnamese Lime & Chili Sauce
Golden, extra-crispy chicken wings served with a vibrant Vietnamese-inspired dipping sauce made with lime, garlic, chilies, fish sauce and orange marmalade. A delicious combination of savory, sweet, sour and spicy flavors!
Prep Time: 10 minutes
Cook Time: 20–30 minutes
Servings: 3–4
Ingredients
For the chicken wings
* 1 kg (2.2 lb) chicken wings
* 3 tbsp cornstarch, or as needed
* 1 tsp smoked paprika
* ½ tsp garlic powder
* ½ tsp onion powder
* ½ tsp freshly ground black pepper
* 1 tsp sea salt
* ½ tsp baking powder
* Cooking oil spray
For the Vietnamese-style sauce
* 1-2 bird’s eye chilies, finely chopped, seeds included
* 2 garlic cloves, finely chopped
* Zest of 1 lime, finely chopped or finely grated
* 1½ tbsp fresh lime juice
* 2 tbsp orange marmalade
* 2 tbsp caster (superfine) sugar
* 2 tbsp fish sauce
* 1 tbsp chopped cilantro, stems or sliced spring onion (scallion), or Thai basil
* 1 tsp sesame oil
Instructions
1. Prepare the chicken wings
1. Pat the chicken wings thoroughly dry with paper towels.
2. In a large bowl, combine the paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, salt, cornstarch and baking powder.
3. Add the chicken wings and toss to coat evenly. You may need more or less cornstarch, depending on the size and moisture of the wings. I used approximately 3 tablespoons per kilogram.
4. Lightly spray the wings with cooking oil spray. Alternatively, you can use a little oil to coat them.
2. Air fry the wings
1. Preheat the Ninja Air Fryer to 380°F (193°C).
2. Arrange the wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket, without overcrowding.
3. Air fry for approximately 20 minutes for smaller wings, turning halfway through.
4. For larger wings, allow approximately 20–25 minutes at 380°F, turning halfway through.
5. For extra crispy skin, increase the temperature to 400°F (204°C) for the final 3–5 minutes, if needed.
Cooking time depends on the size of the wings and your air fryer. Check that the internal temperature reaches at least 165°F (74°C).
3. Make the Vietnamese-style sauce
1. Finely chop the chilies and garlic.
2. In a small bowl, combine the lime zest, lime juice, orange marmalade, sugar and fish sauce. Stir until the sugar dissolves.
3. Add the garlic, chilies, coriander stems or spring onion, and sesame oil.
4. Mix well and let the sauce sit for 10–15 minutes to allow the flavors to develop.
4. Serve
Serve the crispy wings immediately with the Vietnamese-style sauce on the side for dipping.
Alternatively, toss the hot wings with a little sauce just before serving and sprinkle with fresh cilantro and extra chopped chilies.
My tip: Keep the sauce on the side to preserve the crispy coating. The contrast between the crunchy wings and the tangy, sweet, spicy Vietnamese sauce is fantastic!
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