2021-01-26-sichuan-wings.md

2021-01-26-sichuan-wings.md

Sichuan Wings

Source: https://www.vice.com/en/article/d7kqjm/chongqing-chicken-wings

Spice Mix

1. Toast:

   • 2 table spoons whole sichuan peppercorns
   • 2 table spoons cumin seeds
   • 2 table spoons fennel seeds
   • 2 star anise
   • 2 black cardamom pods
   • 1 1/2 teaspoons whole cloves

2. Combine with:

   • 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons sugar
   • 1 tablespoon kosher salt
   • 2 tablespoons plus 2 teaspoons mushroom powder
   • 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper

3. Grind, keep for a week max.

Wings

1. Toss:

   • 1kg wings
   • 2 table spoons vinegar
   • 2 table spoons salt.

   Alternatively brine wings, then toss with vinegar after drying them off.

2. Fry in oil or bake

3. Season with Spice Mix

4. Toast chili and crushed garlic cloves, combine with wings.

5. EAT!