Asian Chicken Drumsticks in a Wok
3 servings
30 minutes
Asian-style chicken drumsticks in a wok are a dish that embodies the harmony of spices and rich flavor. Its roots trace back to European cuisine but are inspired by Asian cooking techniques. Golden and glazed, they soak up soy, oyster, and fish sauces while the spiciness of garlic and ginger reveals their depth of flavor. The final touch is fresh green onions and sesame seeds that add aromatic freshness to the dish. The drumsticks turn out tender inside and caramelized outside, perfectly pairing with rice or crunchy vegetables. This is an excellent choice for lovers of rich flavor combinations and quick yet exquisite cuisine.
1
Wash and dry the chicken drumsticks.
2
Heat the wok to maximum temperature, pour in sunflower oil and add the chicken drumsticks. Fry for about 15 minutes on medium heat until golden brown.
- Sunflower oil: 2 tablespoons
- Chicken drumstick: 1 kg
3
Then, when the shins acquire a golden color, add ginger, garlic, pepper, then fish, soy, oyster sauce, and finally add a tablespoon of sake.
- Ground ginger: 1 tablespoon
- Garlic powder: 1 tablespoon
- Freshly ground white pepper: pinch
- Fish sauce: 1 teaspoon
- Soy sauce: 1 teaspoon
- Oyster sauce: 2 tablespoons
- Sake: 1 tablespoon
4
Increase the temperature to maximum and fry for 10 minutes, stirring constantly. Once the drumsticks are glazed, place them on a plate and garnish with sesame seeds and freshly chopped green onions.
- Spring onion: 2 bunchs
