Sinigang Wings Air Fryer
This Sinigang Wings recipe is a tangy and savory twist on classic chicken wings, featuring the bold flavors of Filipino sinigang. Marinated in sour tamarind seasoning, these wings are crispy, juicy, and packed with umami. Perfect for an easy air fryer meal!
Equipment
- 1 Air fryer
- 1 Mixing bowls
- 1 Tongs
- 1 Basting brush
- 1 Small saucepan
Ingredients
For the Wings:
- 1.5 lbs chicken wings
- 1 packet 20g sinigang mix (tamarind-based)
- 1 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp fish sauce
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 1 tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp onion powder
- ½ tsp paprika
- 1 tbsp cornstarch
- 1 tbsp oil for air frying
For the Sinigang Glaze:
- 1 tbsp butter
- ½ cup water
- 1 tbsp sinigang mix
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- ½ tsp chili flakes optional
- 1 tsp cornstarch dissolved in 1 tbsp water
Instructions
- Mix the sinigang mix, soy sauce, fish sauce, salt, black pepper, garlic powder, onion powder, and paprika in a bowl.
- Add the chicken wings and coat evenly. Cover and marinate in the fridge for at least 2 hours.
- Preheat the air fryer to 375°F (190°C).
- Pat the wings dry and toss them with cornstarch to enhance crispiness.
- Lightly coat the wings with oil and arrange in a single layer in the air fryer basket.
- Air fry for 18-20 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
- In a saucepan over medium heat, melt butter and add water, sinigang mix, honey, soy sauce, and chili flakes. Simmer for 2 minutes.
- Stir in the cornstarch slurry and cook until the glaze thickens.
- Toss the crispy wings in the sinigang glaze until evenly coated.
- Serve hot with extra glaze on the side.
Notes
- Storage: Store leftover wings in an airtight container in the fridge for up to 3 days. Reheat in the air fryer at 350°F for 5 minutes.
- Flavor Boost: Add fresh calamansi or lime juice for extra tanginess.
- Pairing: Serve with garlic rice or pickled vegetables for a balanced meal.
