28/08/2025
Miso-Beurre Blanc Chicken Wings
Ingredients:
For the Wings:
- 2 lbs (900g) chicken wings (split into drumettes and flats)
- 1 tbsp baking powder (for extra crispiness)
- 1 tsp salt
- 1 tsp white pepper
- 1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for extra crunch)
- 1 tbsp neutral oil (like grapeseed or vegetable)
For the Miso-Beurre Blanc Sauce:
- 1/4 cup dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay)
- 2 tbsp shallots, finely minced
- 1 tbsp white miso paste
- 1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)
- 1 tsp yuzu juice (or sub lemon juice + a touch of lime)
- 1 tsp soy sauce
- 1/4 tsp white pepper
- 1 tbsp heavy cream (optional, for extra silkiness)
Garnish (optional):
- Toasted sesame seeds
- Thinly sliced scallions
Instructions:
1. Prep & Bake the Wings (For Maximum Crispiness
- Dry the wings: Pat them completely dry with paper towels—this ensures crispiness.
- Toss with seasoning: In a bowl, mix wings with baking powder, salt, white pepper, cornstarch (if using), and oil.
- Bake: Arrange wings on a wire rack over a baking sheet (to allow air circulation). Bake at 425°F (220°C) for 45-50 mins, flipping halfway, until golden and crispy.
- (Alternatively, air-fry at 400°F for 20-25 mins, shaking halfway.)
2. Make the Miso-Beurre Blanc
- Reduce wine & shallots: In a small saucepan, simmer white wine and minced shallots over medium heat until reduced by half (~3-4 mins).
- Whisk in miso: Lower heat, add white miso paste, and stir until dissolved.
- Incorporate butter: Reduce heat to low. Gradually whisk in cold butter, one cube at a time, letting each melt before adding the next. The sauce should emulsify into a smooth, glossy texture.
- Season: Stir in yuzu juice, soy sauce, white pepper, and cream (if using). Keep warm but avoid boiling (or the sauce may break).
3. Serve
- Top crispy wings in the miso-beurre blanc (or drizzle generously over the top).
- Garnish: Sprinkle with toasted sesame seeds, scallions.