Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings

Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings recipe videos

Salt and Pepper Chicken Wings are a popular Cantonese-style dish, often found in Chinese takeout and dim sum restaurants. The wings are typically deep-fried until crispy and then tossed in a fragrant mixture of salt, white pepper, garlic, and sometimes chili or scallions. This dry-style preparation highlights the savory, umami-rich flavor of the chicken without a heavy sauce.

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🍽️ Nutrition at a glance

This dish is high in protein and fat due to the chicken and frying process, with minimal carbohydrates unless a batter is used. A typical serving of about 4-5 wings provides roughly 300-400 calories, along with significant amounts of sodium and some B vitamins from the chicken.

Nutrition breakdown

Calories	380 kcal
Protein	28 g
Carbs	12 g
Fat	24 g
Fiber	1 g
Sugar	0.5 g
Sodium	750 mg
Potassium	280 mg
Phosphorus	200 mg
Vitamin B6	0.4 mg
Niacin (B3)	7 mg
Vitamin B12	0.3 mcg
Iron	1.5 mg
Zinc	2 mg
Selenium	18 mcg

Per 4 pieces (approx. 150 g) · estimated, varies by recipe

💡 What's interesting

Culturally, it represents the Cantonese emphasis on texture and aromatic simplicity, where the 'salt and pepper' seasoning is a classic, versatile flavor profile. Nutritionally, it's a protein-dense option, but the frying method makes it a higher-fat choice compared to baked or steamed chicken preparations.