KFC Honey BBQ Wings
by Todd
Wilbur
Once a regular
menu item, these sweet, saucy wings are now added to the KFC menu on a
"limited-time-only" basis in many markets. So how are we to get that
sticky sauce all over our faces and hands during those many months when we're
cruelly denied our Honey BBQ Wings? Now it's as easy as whipping up a clone
that re-creates a crispy breading on the chicken wings, and then slathering
those puppies in a tasty knock-off of the sweet, tangy honey BBQ sauce.
"Limited-time-only" signs - we laugh in your direction!
Sauce
1 1/4 cup ketchup
1/3 cup white vinegar
1/4 cup molasses
1/4 cup honey
1 teaspoon liquid smoke
1/2 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon onion powder
1/4 teaspoon chili powder
6 to 8 cups vegetable shortening
1 egg, beaten
1 cup milk
2 cups all-purpose flour
2 1/2 teaspoons salt
3/4 teaspoon pepper
3/4 teaspoon MSG
20 chicken wing pieces
1. Combine the sauce ingredients in a small saucepan over
medium heat. Stir until ingredients are well combined and bring to a boil. Then
reduce heat and simmer uncovered for 15 to 20 minutes.
2. As sauce is simmering, heat up
3. Combine the beaten egg with the milk in a small bowl.
4. In another small bowl, combine the flour, salt, pepper,
and MSG.
5. When shorteningl is hot, dip
each wing first in the flour mixture, then into the milk and egg mixture, and
back into the flour. Arrange wings on a plate until each one is coated with
batter.
6. Fry the wings in the shortening for 9 to 12 minutes or
until light golden brown. If you have a small fryer, you may wish to fry 10 of
the wings at a time. Drain on paper towels or a rack.
7. When the sauce is done, brush the entire surface of each
wing with a light coating of sauce. Serve immediately. (http://www.topsecretrecipes.com)
Makes 2 to 4 servings (20 wings).