Introduction

Elevate your chicken wing game with this gourmet twist: crispy wings finished with a luscious miso-beurre blanc sauce. The wings are perfectly golden and crunchy, while the sauce offers a silky, umami-packed finish with bright notes from yuzu and soy. Ideal for dinner, entertaining, or any time you want wings that feel upscale yet approachable.

Ingredients

For the Wings:

2 lbs (900g) chicken wings, split into drumettes and flats

1 tbsp baking powder (for extra crispiness)

1 tsp salt

1 tsp white pepper

1 tbsp cornstarch (optional, for extra crunch)

1 tbsp neutral oil (grapeseed or vegetable)

For the Miso-Beurre Blanc Sauce:

1/4 cup dry white wine (Sauvignon Blanc or Chardonnay)

2 tbsp shallots, finely minced

1 tbsp white miso paste

1/2 cup unsalted butter (cold, cubed)

1 tsp yuzu juice (or lemon juice + a touch of lime)

1 tsp soy sauce

1/4 tsp white pepper

1 tbsp heavy cream (optional, for extra silkiness)

Garnish (optional):

Toasted sesame seeds

Thinly sliced scallions

How to Make

1. Prep & Bake the Wings (for Maximum Crispiness)