Torre de Menagem Vinho Verde

Grower: Quintas de Melgaco
Grape Variety: Alvarinho / Trajadura
Style: Fresh and Mineral
Country: Portugal
Appellation: Vinho Verde
Vintage: 2015/16
Closure: CORK
Alcohol: 12% ABV
Bottle Size: 75cl

Malaysian Glazed Chicken Wings

Cooking Time: 04 hrs 20 mins (approx.)
Number of Servings: 6-8

INGREDIENTS

12 small dried red chiles
3 tablespoons coriander seeds
1 1/2 tablespoons fennel seeds
1 tablespoon cumin seeds
1/2 cup sugar
2/3 cup molasses
1/2 cup Asian fish sauce
1/2 cup low-sodium soy sauce
1/3 cup soy sauce
8 garlic cloves, smashed and peeled
One 4-inch piece of fresh ginger, thinly sliced
5 1/2 pounds chicken wings

1. In a small skillet, toast the chiles, coriander seeds, fennel seeds and cumin seeds over moderate heat until fragrant, about 3 minutes.
2. Transfer to a spice grinder or mortar and grind to a fine powder.
3. Transfer the ground spices to a medium bowl and whisk in the sugar, molasses, fish sauce, soy sauces, garlic and ginger.
4. Divide the wings among 2 or 3 resealable plastic bags and pour in the marinade. Refrigerate for 4 hours, turning occasionally.
5. Preheat the oven to 425°.
6. Remove the wings from the marinade and pat dry with paper towels; reserve the marinade.
7. Arrange the wings on 2 wire racks set over a foil-covered baking sheet.
8. Roast for about 40 minutes, or until well browned and cooked through.
9. Meanwhile, strain the marinade into a medium saucepan and bring to a boil.
10. Cook over moderately high heat until thick and sticky, about 20 minutes.
11. Transfer the marinade to a large bowl. When the wings are done, add them to the bowl and toss to coat with the sauce.
12. Pile on plates and serve immediately.