Honey Garlic Wing Recipe with Black Garlic: Sweet, Sticky & Full of Umami
This Honey Garlic Wing Recipe with Black Garlic delivers the perfect balance of sweet, savory, and sticky. Using both fresh garlic and I Love Black Garlic Purée creates layers of flavor you can’t get anywhere else. Crispy baked or air-fried wings get coated in a rich honey glaze that’s glossy, garlicky, and completely addictive.
Yield 4 servings • Time 40 minutes
Ingredients
- 2 lbs chicken wings (flats and drumettes)
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp black pepper
- 3 cloves fresh garlic, minced
- 2 tbsp I Love Black Garlic Purée (or 3–4 peeled black garlic cloves, mashed)
- ¼ cup honey
- 2 tbsp soy sauce
- 1 tbsp rice vinegar (or apple cider vinegar)
- ½ tsp chili flakes (optional)
- 1 tsp sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
Instructions
- Prep the wings Preheat oven to 425°F (220°C) or set air fryer to 390°F (200°C). Pat wings dry and toss with olive oil, salt, and pepper.
- Crisp the wings Bake on a wire rack over a sheet pan for 35–40 minutes, turning halfway. For air fryer, cook 18–20 minutes, flipping once.
- Make the glaze In a saucepan, add honey, soy sauce, vinegar, fresh garlic, and black garlic purée. Simmer on low heat for 3–4 minutes until thickened and glossy.
- Coat the wings Transfer hot wings to a bowl and pour glaze over top. Toss until fully coated.
- Garnish and serve Sprinkle with sesame seeds and green onions. Serve hot with extra glaze on the side.
Tips and Variations
- Air fryer shortcut: For extra crisp wings, cook at 390°F for 20 minutes and toss in glaze immediately.
- Spicy version: Add sriracha or chili flakes for heat that balances the sweetness.
- Grill option: Grill wings over medium heat until golden, then brush with glaze in the last few minutes.
- Storage: Store leftover wings in an airtight container for up to 3 days. Reheat at 350°F until warm.
More Black Garlic Favorites
Try Black Garlic Oil (Mayu) as a dipping drizzle, or pair with Pull Apart Garlic Bread with Black Garlic for the ultimate game-day spread.
Make It with the Best Black Garlic
Use I Love Black Garlic Purée for silky-smooth texture and perfectly balanced flavor in every glaze or sauce.
