Tebasaki (Salted Chicken Wings)

Ingredients

• 1 lb Chicken wings (middle joint and tip)
• 1.5 teaspoons Kosher salt
• 1 tablespoon Toasted sesame oil
• 2 tablespoons Sake (Japanese rice wine)
• 0.5 teaspoon Baking powder
• 0.5 teaspoon White pepper
• 0.25 teaspoon Garlic powder
• 1 whole Lemon wedges(optional)
• 1 teaspoon Toasted sesame seeds(optional)

Instructions

1. 1

   Pat the chicken wings extremely dry with paper towels to remove all surface moisture.

2. 2

   Place wings in a bowl and toss with sake and sesame oil to lightly coat.

3. 3

   In a small ramekin, mix the salt, baking powder, white pepper, and garlic powder.

4. 4

   Sprinkle the dry seasoning mix evenly over the wings, ensuring the skin is well-coated.

5. 5

   Preheat your grill or oven broiler to medium-high heat (about 400°F/200°C).

6. 6

   Arrange wings on a wire rack over a baking sheet to allow air circulation for maximum crispiness.

7. 7

   Grill or broil for 8-10 minutes per side until the skin is bubbling, golden brown, and rendered thin.

8. 8

   Remove from heat and let rest for 2 minutes before serving with a squeeze of fresh lemon.