Malt-glazed Chicken Wings
Malt-glazed chicken wings are a popular dish featuring chicken wings coated in a sweet, glossy sauce made primarily from maltose or malt syrup, often combined with soy sauce, ginger, and garlic. This preparation is widely enjoyed in Chinese cuisine, particularly in Cantonese and Hong Kong-style cooking, and is a common offering in dim sum restaurants and as a street food snack.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein from the chicken and contains a moderate amount of fat, especially from the skin. The malt glaze adds carbohydrates, primarily from sugars, and a typical serving of 3-4 wings provides roughly 300-400 calories.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 480 kcal |
| Protein | 32 g |
| Carbs | 18 g |
| Fat | 30 g |
| Fiber | 0.5 g |
| Sugar | 12 g |
| Sodium | 650 mg |
| Potassium | 280 mg |
| Phosphorus | 220 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 8 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.6 mg |
| Iron | 1.5 mg |
| Zinc | 2.5 mg |
| Selenium | 25 mcg |
| Cholesterol | 130 mg |
Per 4 pieces (200 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
The use of maltose gives the wings a distinctively sticky, amber sheen and a subtle, toasty sweetness that differs from honey or sugar glazes. Nutritionally, while delicious, the glaze can make the dish quite energy-dense, balancing its protein content with a significant sugar load.
