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Gà Nướng Mật Ong (Honey Grilled Chicken)

The honey-glazed chicken gleams with a golden sheen, its edges slightly charred, releasing a sweet, smoky aroma that stirs the evening air. Each bite is tender yet crisp, balancing fire and sweetness in quiet perfection.

Ingredients

Main Protein
1 kg chicken wings

Marinade & Flavor Base

  • 2 tbsp chili sauce (tương ớt – adds mild heat and color)

  • 1 tbsp soy sauce (nước tương – for umami depth)

  • ½ tbsp oyster sauce (dầu hào – for savory richness)

  • ⅔ tsp garlic powder (bột tỏi – aromatic base)

  • ⅔ tsp ginger powder (bột gừng – adds warmth and balance)

  • 1 tbsp honey (mật ong – for natural sweetness and caramelization)

  • ½ tbsp sesame oil (dầu mè – for nutty aroma)

  • ¼ tsp seasoning powder or chicken bouillon (hạt nêm – for balance)

How to Choose Fresh and Delicious Chicken Wings

  • To make grilled chicken wings, choose industrial chicken wings, which have more meat and are larger than free-range chicken wings.
  • Select chicken wings with a natural pale yellow color; press them to feel firm meat with good elasticity.
  • Do not buy wings with bruises, blood clots, uneven color, foul odor, or soft, mushy meat.
  • Fresh wing meat should be clear and translucent; if it appears dark or blackened, the chicken may have died before being slaughtered.

Nutritional Information

For: Omnivores

Calories per serving: ~280–320 kcal (per 100g cooked chicken wings with glaze)

Key Nutrients

  1. Protein (18–20g)

    • Source: Chicken wings

    • Benefits: Builds muscle, supports immune system, and maintains healthy tissues.

  2. Healthy Fats (20–22g)

    • Source: Chicken skin & sesame oil

    • Benefits: Provides energy, enhances flavor, and helps absorb fat-soluble vitamins (A, D, E, K).

  3. Natural Sugars & Antioxidants

    • Source: Honey

    • Benefits: Aids caramelization for a glossy glaze, offers mild antibacterial properties, and adds antioxidants.

  4. Anti-inflammatory Compounds

    • Source: Ginger & garlic powders

    • Benefits: Aid digestion, enhance flavor depth, and may reduce oxidative stress.

  5. Essential Minerals

    • Source: Soy sauce, chicken meat

    • Benefits: Provide sodium, iron, and zinc for proper nerve, muscle, and immune function — enjoy in moderation

1. Prepare the chicken wings

Rinse the chicken wings under cold water. Next, pour 2 liters of hot water (about 70°C) into a basin and dissolve 2 tablespoons of salt in it. Soak the wings in the hot salted water for about 5 minutes, then use a knife to scrape off any dirt, grease, or residue on the skin. Rinse again with clean water and drain.

Tips for cleaning wings and removing odor:

  • After rubbing with salt, use a mixture of rice wine and sliced, crushed ginger to rub and massage the wings again to fully eliminate odor and impurities.
  • Rinse clean and let drain. Alternatively, add lemon to water, soak the wings for 15–20 minutes, then remove, rinse with cold water, and drain

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2. Marinate the chicken wings

  • In a bowl, mix together: 2 tablespoons chili sauce, 1 tablespoon soy sauce, ½ tablespoon oyster sauce, ⅔ teaspoon garlic powder, ⅔ teaspoon ginger powder, 1 tablespoon honey, ½ tablespoon sesame oil, ¼ teaspoon seasoning powder.
  • Place the wings in a large bowl, mix well with the prepared marinade, and let marinate for about 1 hour to absorb the flavors.

Tip: If short on time, poke the skin with a sharp skewer to help the wings absorb seasoning faster, reducing marinating time to about 20 minutes.

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3. Grill the chicken wings

Method 1: Using an oven

  • Preheat the oven for 10 minutes at 210°C to stabilize the temperature.
  • Arrange the wings on a tray and bake at 200°C for 20 minutes.
  • Take the leftover marinade, mix in 1 tablespoon of honey.
  • After 20 minutes, open the oven, brush half of this mixture evenly over the wings, then continue baking for another 5 minutes.
  • After 10 minutes, open the oven, flip the wings, brush the remaining marinade over them, close the door, switch to top heat, and bake for another 5 minutes to finish.

Method 2: Using an air fryer

  • Place the wings on the rack, put into the air fryer, and cook at 180°C for about 5 minutes.
  • After 5 minutes, remove the tray, brush marinade over the top, then continue air-frying for another 5 minutes at 180°C.
  • Remove the wings; you can brush marinade again and air-fry for another 5 minutes.
  • Since the air fryer is sealed and you can’t monitor the process, check every 5 minutes and repeat to prevent burning. Adjust time and temperature in later rounds based on doneness.
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4. Finished dish

Honey grilled chicken wings have crispy skin with a balanced sweet, spicy, and savory flavor—perfect as a main dish for family meals, parties, or casual snacking.

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The Warm Glow of Honey-Grilled Chicken

The golden glaze of honey on grilled chicken — the way it caramelizes at the edges, releasing a sweet, smoky scent — fills the evening air. In Vietnam, this dish isn’t tied to any grand festival or old legend; instead, it’s the quiet celebration of everyday life — of family dinners in the garden, friends gathered around the charcoal fire, and laughter echoing through the night.

Honey-grilled chicken reflects the harmony between sweet and salty, fire and flavor — the tenderness of the meat, the light crisp of the skin. Each bite holds the warmth of the honey, the whisper of spice, and the unmistakable comfort of something lovingly homemade.

Cách Làm Món Cánh Gà Nướng Mật Ong (Nckd) của Thuỳ Phương - Cookpad

(Crispy Honey Grilled Chicken)

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