Crispy Laab-Seasoned Wings with Lime Yogurt Dip
Indulge in the perfect harmony of flavors with our "Crispy Laab-Seasoned Wings with Lime Yogurt Dip" recipe. These wings are dry-rubbed to perfection with a blend of salt, MSG, and black pepper, then expertly coated in a mixture of sticky rice flour and potato starch for an irresistibly crispy texture. The secret lies in the laab seasoning, infusing each bite with the rich essence of Lao cuisine. A double fry ensures extra crispiness, and a finishing touch of melted butter and laab seasoning elevates the flavor profile.
Complementing these wings is a zesty Lime Yogurt Dip, featuring plain yogurt, lime zest, lime juice, black pepper, salt, MSG, and granulated garlic. Whether for game day or a culinary adventure, these Crispy Laab-Seasoned Wings promise a symphony of flavors that will captivate your taste buds—a true celebration of Lao-inspired perfection!
PREPARING THE INGREDIENTS
This recipe takes less than an hour to complete. The most prep you will have to do is getting your frying station ready so think about where you will be putting your fried wings after the first deep fry.
SERVING LAAB WINGS
The best way to serve these laab flavored wings is with the yogurt dip included. If you have time, these wings go great with Lao papaya salad and sticky rice.
TIPS & TRICKS TO MAKE THE BEST LAAB WINGS
Make the dip ahead of time.
When frying the lime leaves, make sure you cover it as it fries as it will splash hot oil. It should only take 20-30 seconds of frying.
Fry a large batch of the wings and wait to season it until you are going to serve the wings.
STORING AND REHEATING
These wings will last for awhile and its a great meal prep dish to make in large quantities. Double the size of the recipe and you can have laab wings everyday! It should last in the fridge and be good for 7 days.
To reheat, airfry it for 1 to 2 minutes until warm with sticky rice.
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Crispy Laab-Seasoned Wings with Lime Yogurt Dip
Ingredients
Instructions
- Dry the wings with paper towels, then place them in a bowl.
- Season the wings with salt, MSG, and black pepper, and mix well.
- In another small bowl, make the flour mixture by combining sticky rice flour, potato starch, baking powder, and mix well.
- Prepare the yogurt dip by mixing yogurt, lime zest, lime juice, black pepper, salt, MSG, and garlic.
- In a large pot, add enough oil to cover the wings. Heat it to 350°F and fry half of the batch for 7-10 minutes, then repeat with the other half.
- For extra crispiness, flash fry all the wings a second time when the temperature reaches 375°F for 5 minutes.
- Place the fried wings in a large bowl, drizzle the melted butter on top, and gently toss.
- Add the laab seasoning to the wings and toss well.
- Enjoy the wings with the lime yogurt dip.
