Cola wings

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 24 ounces cola (2 cans)
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1 teaspoon dark soy sauce
• 1/2 lemon, sliced
• 1 stalk green onion, knotted
• 1-inch piece of ginger, sliced
• 1 star anise
• 1/3 cinnamon stick
• 1 tablespoon sugar (optional, for sweeter sauce)
• Cooking oil
• Sliced green onion, for garnish
• Sesame seeds, for garnish

Instructions

1. 1

   Make shallow cuts on each wing and drumette to help them cook evenly. Place in a bowl, season with salt, and toss to coat. Let marinate for 5 minutes.

2. 2

   Heat cooking oil in the Titanium Always Pan Pro over medium-high heat. Sear the wings in batches until golden on both sides, about 1 minute per side.

3. 3

   Return all the wings to the pan and pour in the cola. Bring to a simmer over medium heat, skimming off any foam or impurities that rise to the surface.

4. 4

   Add the soy sauce, dark soy sauce, lemon slices, knotted green onion, ginger, star anise, cinnamon stick, and sugar (if using). Stir to combine. Cover with a lid and simmer over medium-low heat for 15 minutes.

5. 5

   Remove the lid: After 15 minutes, remove the lid and discard the lemon slices, green onion, and spices. Increase the heat to medium-high and simmer uncovered to reduce the sauce, stirring occasionally, until it thickens and becomes glossy, about 5 minutes. You’ll know it’s ready when the bubbles are larger and calmer. You can also test the thickness with a spoon.

6. 6

   Lower the heat to medium and gently toss the wings in the reduced sauce until evenly glazed. Transfer to a serving plate, garnish with sliced green onion and sesame seeds, and enjoy while hot.