Crispy Fish Sauce Wings — Sweet, Tangy & Addictive Crunch

Crispy Fish Sauce Wings — Sweet, Tangy & Addictive Crunch 🍗🔥

Crispy, golden, and drenched in a sweet–savory glaze — these Vietnamese-inspired fish sauce wings are the ultimate crowd-pleaser. Each bite bursts with garlic, chili, and lime, striking the perfect balance between salty, sweet, and tangy. Whether served as a snack, appetizer, or with hot jasmine rice, these wings deliver that signature street food crunch you’ll crave again and again. 🇻🇳✨

The Secret to Irresistible Crunch

The key lies in a two-step process — a light rice flour–cornstarch coating followed by a double fry. This technique creates a delicate yet lasting crispiness that stays crunchy even after tossing in the sticky glaze. Pair that with the umami punch of fish sauce and you’ve got perfection in every bite.

The Sauce That Makes It Sing

What truly elevates this dish is the garlic-chili fish sauce glaze — a glossy mix of fish sauce, lime juice, and caramelized sugar infused with golden garlic bits. As soon as it hits the fried wings, it clings beautifully, delivering that irresistible sweet, tangy, and savory glaze reminiscent of Vietnamese street stalls.

Serving Ideas 🍋

Serve your Crispy Fish Sauce Wings with a side of jasmine rice, fresh cucumber slices, or even pickled carrots for contrast. Add an ice-cold beer or Thai iced tea and you’ve got a weekend treat that feels like a holiday.

Pro Tips for Perfect Wings 💡

• Double fry for that extra crunch that lasts.
• Balance the glaze — tweak sugar or lime juice to suit your palate.
• Use fresh garlic for maximum aroma and authentic flavor.
• Toss the wings in the glaze just before serving to keep them crispy.

Sourced from Derek Chen, adapted by JojoM. 🍴