Vietnamese Fish Sauce Chicken Wings | Canh Ga Chien Nuoc Mam
Crispy fried chicken wings tossed in a sweet, saltyfish sauce glaze with garlic, shallots, and sugar, garnished with fresh herbsand lime.
Prep Time 15 minutes mins
Cook Time 20 minutes mins
Total Time 35 minutes mins
Course Main Course
Cuisine Vietnamise
Servings 4
Calories 400 kcal
For the Wings:
- 2 tablespoons all-purpose flour
- 2 tablespoons corn starch
- 1 teaspoon salt
- ½ teaspoon pepper
- 2 pounds of chicken wings
- Oil for frying
For the Sauce:
- 1 tablespoon unsalted butter
- ½ shallot minced (about 2 tablespoons)
- 3-4 cloves garlic minced
- 2 tablespoons of fish sauce
- 3 tablespoons white granulated sugar
- ¼ cup water
Optional Garnishes:
- Lime wedges
- Green onion thinly sliced
- Cilantro
- Red chili peppers thinly sliced
Prepare the Chicken Wings:
In a bowl, combine the all-purpose flour, corn starch, salt, and pepper.
Toss the chicken wings in the flour mixture until they are evenly coated. Shake off any excess coating.
Fry the Chicken Wings:
Heat oil in a deep frying pan or heavy-bottomed pot to about 350°F (175°C).
Carefully add the wings in batches and fry them for 8-10 minutes, or until golden brown and crispy.
Remove and drain on paper towels. Repeat with the remaining wings.
Make the Fish Sauce Glaze:
In another skillet, gently melt the unsalted butter over medium heat, allowing it to become smooth and creamy.
Add the minced shallots and garlic, and sauté until they become fragrant and lightly golden, about 1-2 minutes.
Stir in the fish sauce, white sugar, and water. Allow the mixture to come to a gentle simmer and let it cook for approximately 3 to 4 minutes, stirring occasionally, until the sauce thickens to your desired consistency.
Serve:
Transfer the wings to a serving platter and garnish with thinly sliced green onion, cilantro, and red chili peppers for a little extra heat and flavor.
Serve with lime wedges for squeezing over the wings just before eating.
Keyword Vietnamese chicken wings