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Buffalo Wings Recipe
Ingredients:
- 2 lbs chicken wings, split at joints and tips removed 🍗
- 1/2 cup all-purpose flour 🌾
- 1/2 teaspoon salt 🧂
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper 🌶️
- 1/2 cup hot sauce (such as Frank's RedHot) 🌶️
- 1/4 cup unsalted butter, melted 🧈
- Vegetable oil, for frying 🫔
- Celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dressing, for serving 🥗
Instructions:
- In a large bowl, mix together the flour, salt, and black pepper.
- Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss until they are evenly coated with the flour mixture.
- In a deep skillet or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C).
- Carefully add the coated chicken wings to the hot oil in batches, frying until golden brown and crispy, about 10-12 minutes per batch.
- While the wings are frying, in a separate bowl, combine the hot sauce and melted butter to make the Buffalo sauce.
- Once the wings are cooked, remove them from the oil and drain on paper towels.
- Transfer the fried wings to a large bowl and pour the Buffalo sauce over them, tossing until evenly coated.
- Serve the Buffalo wings hot with celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side for dipping.
About Buffalo Wings:
Buffalo Wings, also known simply as "wings," are a quintessential American appetizer that originated in the Northeast region of the United States, particularly in Buffalo, New York. These crispy and spicy chicken wings are traditionally deep-fried until golden brown and then coated in a tangy and flavorful sauce made from hot sauce and butter. Buffalo Wings are often served as a snack or appetizer at parties, sports events, and gatherings, and they are typically accompanied by celery sticks and ranch or blue cheese dressing for dipping. This iconic dish has gained widespread popularity across the country and has become a staple of American cuisine, celebrated for its bold flavors and irresistible crunch.