Chef Pat's Spicy Fried Chicken Wings

Delight in the fiery flavors of these crispy chicken wings marinated in a spicy blend of seasonings, then deep-fried to perfection. Served with a zesty dipping sauce, these wings are sure to be a hit at any gathering.

Ingredients

6	whole chicken wings, cut into joints (tips discarded or saved for other use)
	vegetable oil, for deep-frying
1	tablespoon seasoning salt
1	tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
2	teaspoons black pepper
2	teaspoons cayenne pepper
2	teaspoons poultry seasoning
1	teaspoon lemon pepper
2	eggs
2	tablespoons hot sauce
1	tablespoon crushed red pepper flakes
1	teaspoon black pepper
1	teaspoon cayenne pepper
2	cups all-purpose flour
1	cup sour cream
2	tablespoons horseradish
1⁄2	tablespoon chili sauce
1⁄2	teaspoon cayenne pepper
	salt
	fresh ground black pepper

Instructions

• 1. Prepare the dipping sauce by combining all ingredients and chilling for at least 30 minutes to enhance the flavors.
  2. In a bowl, whisk together the seasoning salt, red pepper flakes, black pepper, cayenne pepper, poultry seasoning, and lemon pepper, reserving 2 tablespoons for later.
  3. Rinse the chicken wings in cold water, pat them dry, and place them in a shallow baking sheet. Sprinkle the seasoning mix over the wings and let them marinate in the refrigerator, covered with plastic wrap, for 1 hour.
  4. In a mixing bowl, whisk together eggs, hot sauce, red pepper flakes, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Set aside. Place flour on a shallow plate.
  5. Heat vegetable oil for deep-frying to 350°F (175°C).
  6. Once the oil is hot, dredge the chicken wings first in the egg mixture, then in the flour. Fry in small batches for 8-10 minutes, turning occasionally, until they are golden and cooked through. Drain on paper towels or brown paper bags, then sprinkle with the reserved spice mix for an extra kick if desired.
  7. As the oil reheats to 350°F (175°C), add a few more wings to the fryer and repeat until all wings are cooked.
  8. Serve the spicy fried chicken wings with the prepared dipping sauce.

Aug 05, 2024