Classic Buffalo Wings
Classic Buffalo Wings
Course: Appetizer, Main DishCuisine: AmericanDifficulty: MediumServings
4-6
servingsPrep time
15
minutesCooking time
25
minutesCalories
400-450 per serving
kcalTotal time
40
minutes40
minutesIndulge in the iconic flavor of crispy, spicy, and tangy Buffalo Wings, a beloved American classic. These perfectly fried chicken wings are tossed in a rich, buttery hot sauce that’s sure to tantalize your taste buds. Ideal for game day or any casual gathering, serve them with cooling blue cheese dressing and crisp celery sticks.
Ingredients
2.5-3 pounds chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
4-6 cups vegetable oil (or peanut oil) for frying
1/2 cup unsalted butter
1/2 cup Frank’s RedHot Original Hot Sauce
1 tablespoon white vinegar
1/2 teaspoon Worcestershire sauce
1/4 teaspoon garlic powder
Salt
Freshly ground black pepper
Blue cheese dressing (for serving)
Celery sticks (for serving)
Directions
- Pat chicken wings thoroughly dry with paper towels. Season lightly with salt and black pepper.
- In a large, heavy-bottomed pot or Dutch oven, heat the vegetable oil to 375°F (190°C). Use a deep-fry thermometer to monitor the temperature.
- Carefully add a single layer of chicken wings to the hot oil, ensuring not to overcrowd the pot. Fry in batches for 10-12 minutes, or until golden brown, crispy, and cooked through.
- Using a slotted spoon or spider, transfer the fried wings to a wire rack set over a baking sheet to drain excess oil.
- While the wings are frying, prepare the Buffalo sauce: In a small saucepan, melt the unsalted butter over medium-low heat.
- Remove the saucepan from the heat and stir in the Frank’s RedHot sauce, white vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and garlic powder until well combined. Keep the sauce warm.
- Once all the wings are fried, transfer them to a large mixing bowl. Pour the warm Buffalo sauce over the wings and toss gently until each wing is evenly coated.
- Serve the Buffalo Wings immediately with blue cheese dressing and celery sticks on the side.
Notes
- For extra crispy wings, consider a double-fry method: fry wings for 8 minutes, rest for 5 minutes, then fry again for 3-5 minutes until extra crispy. Adjust the amount of hot sauce to suit your preferred spice level. Maintaining a consistent oil temperature is crucial for perfectly cooked wings.
