Welcome, grill masters and food enthusiasts, to another exciting culinary journey brought to you by Dad Got This! Today, we’re embarking on a flavor-packed adventure to create what we confidently declare are the absolute best Filipino BBQ Grilled Chicken Wings you will ever taste. Prepare your taste buds for an explosion of sweet, savory, and umami notes, perfectly charred and wonderfully sticky, straight from your grill.
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Crafting Perfection: The Ultimate Filipino BBQ Marinade for Chicken Wings
The true magic behind our award-winning chicken wings lies in a deeply flavorful marinade, inspired by traditional Filipino barbecue techniques. This isn’t just any marinade; it’s a meticulously balanced symphony of sweet, savory, and umami elements that tenderizes the chicken while infusing it with an unforgettable taste. This versatile marinade recipe has become a staple for me, proving its excellence across various meats, but it truly shines with chicken wings, creating a sticky, caramelized crust that is simply irresistible. Here’s a detailed look at the key components:
- Brown Sugar: More than just a sweetener, brown sugar plays a crucial role in caramelization, giving the wings their beautiful, glistening char and adding depth to the flavor profile. You can opt for either light or dark brown sugar; dark brown sugar will impart a richer, molasses-like sweetness.
- Soda (Sprite, 7-Up, or Coke): This might seem unconventional, but the carbonation and subtle sweetness of clear sodas like Sprite or 7-Up act as an exceptional tenderizer for the chicken. The acidity helps break down muscle fibers, resulting in incredibly juicy and succulent wings. Even Coke can be used for a slightly different, more caramelized flavor.
- Dark Soy Sauce: This is the backbone of the marinade’s umami richness. Dark soy sauce is thicker, slightly sweeter, and less salty than its regular counterpart, providing a deeper color and a complex, savory depth that is essential to the Filipino BBQ experience.
- Honey: A natural liquid sweetener, honey contributes to the beautiful glaze on the wings, adding another layer of sweetness that perfectly balances the savory notes. Its stickiness also helps the marinade adhere to the chicken, creating that desirable tacky finish during grilling.
- Ground Ginger, Granulated Onion, and Granulated Garlic: These powdered spices are fundamental to building a robust aromatic base. They ensure that every bite is infused with a warm, pungent, and slightly spicy flavor that is characteristic of authentic Filipino cuisine. Granulated forms are preferred for even distribution throughout the marinade.
- Garlic Paste: Because when it comes to Filipino BBQ, there’s no such thing as too much garlic! Fresh garlic paste provides an intense, vibrant garlic flavor that powder alone can’t quite achieve. For convenience without sacrificing flavor, I often use quality pre-minced garlic paste.
Once you’ve meticulously combined these ingredients, you’re ready to introduce your chicken wings to this magical concoction. This marinade is the secret weapon that transforms ordinary wings into a gourmet grilling masterpiece.
Prepping Your Wings Like a Pro: The Foundation for Success
Beyond the marinade, proper chicken wing preparation is a critical step in achieving evenly cooked, perfectly crispy, and easy-to-eat wings. I always recommend separating the wings into flats and drums. This technique offers several advantages: it ensures more uniform cooking, as each piece is roughly the same size and thickness, preventing smaller pieces from overcooking while larger ones are still raw. It also makes the wings much easier to handle on the grill, allowing for better charring and glazing. Furthermore, individual flats and drums are simply more convenient and enjoyable to eat!
To execute this separation cleanly and safely, a sharp, high-quality knife is indispensable. I personally swear by my Ken Onion Shun Japanese Chef Knife for its precision and effortless glide. A sharp knife doesn’t just make the task easier; it’s also safer, as it requires less force and reduces the risk of slippage. If you’re keen to learn more about maintaining your knives in peak condition – an essential skill for any home cook or griller – be sure to check out my dedicated video on knife care. Investing a little time in mastering these basic butchery and knife skills will significantly elevate your cooking experience.
The Art of Marinating and Grilling: A Step-by-Step Guide to Perfection
With your wings prepped and your marinade mixed, it’s time for the crucial marinating process. Place all your separated wings into a gallon-sized Ziploc bag. This allows for maximum contact between the chicken and the marinade, ensuring every nook and cranny is coated. Pour the rich, aromatic marinade over the wings, then seal the bag tightly, pressing out as much air as possible. Give the bag a good shake and massage to ensure every piece is thoroughly submerged and coated. The wings should then rest in the refrigerator for two to four hours. This marinade is potent and packed with flavor, so a shorter marination time is ideal to prevent the flavors from becoming overwhelming or the chicken from breaking down too much from the soda’s tenderizing effects. For best practice, place the Ziploc bag in a bowl or tray to catch any potential leaks.
When you’re ready to transform these marinated wonders into grilled masterpieces, preheat your Monument Grill to a medium heat. Consistency in temperature is key for an even cook and that perfect char. The secret to truly perfect grilled wings lies in patience and observation. Carefully place the marinated wings directly onto the grill grates. Resist the temptation to flip them constantly. Let them cook undisturbed until they begin to sizzle, develop a beautiful golden-brown char, and, most importantly, release easily from the grill. If they stick, they’re not ready to be flipped! This initial sear locks in juices and builds that foundational layer of flavor and texture.
Once you’ve achieved a satisfying char on both sides, it’s time for the magic of glazing. Move the wings to the top warming rack or an area of the grill with lower, indirect heat. Turn your main burners down to low. Now, begin generously glazing your wings with a high-quality Japanese barbecue sauce, such as Bachan’s. This sauce is an absolute game-changer, adding a luscious, sticky, and deeply sweet layer that perfectly complements the marinade’s existing flavor profile. Brush the sauce on, close the grill lid for a few minutes to allow the glaze to set and become tacky, then flip and repeat the process. This multi-layer glazing technique builds incredible depth of flavor and creates that sought-after sticky, caramelized coating that is the hallmark of truly exceptional BBQ wings. Repeat this process several times until the wings are gloriously sticky, deeply colored, and fully cooked through to an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
The Grand Finale: Savoring Your Filipino BBQ Masterpiece
After the patient artistry of marinating and grilling, it’s finally time to reap the delicious rewards of your labor. These Filipino BBQ Grilled Chicken Wings are not just good; they are, without exaggeration, some of the best you will ever make. Each bite delivers a harmonious blend of flavors – the initial sweetness from the brown sugar and honey, followed by the profound savory umami kick of the dark soy sauce and a vibrant burst of garlic and ginger. The perfectly charred exterior gives way to incredibly tender, juicy meat, all coated in that irresistible sticky glaze. The only real challenge you’ll face is resisting the urge to devour them all before you can share them with family and friends!
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Recipe: Filipino BBQ Grilled Chicken Wings
Filipino BBQ Grilled Chicken Wings
These chicken wings are a perfect blend of sweet, savory, and umami flavors, resulting in irresistibly sticky and charred perfection. Ideal for any barbecue, they are sure to impress your taste buds and leave you craving more.
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Course: Appetizer, Main Course
Cuisine: American, Filipino
Keyword: Filipino Cooking, grilled, wings
Prep Time: 15 minutes
Cook Time: 25 minutes
Marinade: 3 hours
Total Time: 3 hours 40 minutes
Servings: 4
Calories: 456 kcal
Author: Dad
Equipment
- Propane Grill
- Knife
- Cutting Board
- Metal Bowl
- Whisk
- Measuring Cups and Spoons
- Gallon Freezer Bag
- Tongs
Ingredients
- 2 lbs Chicken Wings
- .17 OZ Bachan’s Japanese BBQ Sauce (You won’t need the whole bottle.)
Marinade
- 3 Cups Sprite
- ½ Cup Dark Soy Sauce
- ¼ Cup Honey
- 1 teaspoon Ground Ginger
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Garlic
- 1 tablespoon Granulated Onion
- 3 teaspoons Minced Garlic Paste
Instructions
Prepare the Marinade:
- In a large mixing bowl, combine ½ cup of brown sugar, 2 cups of soda (Sprite, 7-Up, or Coke), ½ cup of dark soy sauce, and ¼ cup of honey. Whisk thoroughly until the sugar is dissolved and all ingredients are well combined.
- Add 1 teaspoon of ground ginger, 1 tablespoon of granulated onion, 1 tablespoon of granulated garlic, and 3 teaspoons of minced garlic paste to the mixture.
- Continue to whisk all the ingredients together until a smooth, fragrant marinade is formed, ensuring there are no lumps.
Prep the Chicken Wings:
- Using a sharp knife and a sturdy cutting board, carefully separate the chicken wings into flats and drums. Discard the wing tips or save them for stock.
- Place the neatly prepped wing sections into a gallon-sized Ziploc freezer bag, ensuring they are ready for marination.
Marinate the Wings:
- Pour the freshly prepared marinade evenly over the chicken wings inside the Ziploc bag. Ensure all wing pieces are fully submerged or generously coated.
- Seal the bag tightly, pressing out any excess air. Give the bag a gentle massage to distribute the marinade uniformly over every wing.
- Place the sealed bag in a bowl or on a tray (to catch any potential leaks) and refrigerate for an optimal marination period of 2 to 4 hours. Avoid marinating for longer than 4 hours as the marinade is quite potent.
Preheat the Grill:
- Preheat your Monument Grill to medium heat (approximately 350-400°F or 175-200°C). Ensure the grill grates are clean to prevent sticking.
Grill the Wings:
- Carefully remove the wings from the marinade, allowing any excess marinade to drip off. Discard the remaining marinade from the bag.
- Place the marinated wings directly on the preheated grill grates. Cook until they begin to sizzle and develop a beautiful, golden-brown char. Only flip the wings when they naturally release from the grill without sticking, indicating a proper sear has formed.
- Continue to flip and rotate the wings periodically to ensure even cooking and consistent charring on all sides, monitoring for any flare-ups.
Glaze the Wings:
- Once the wings have achieved a desirable char and are mostly cooked, move them to the top warming shelf of the grill or to an area of indirect, lower heat.
- Reduce the heat on your main burners to a low setting to prevent burning the glaze.
- Generously brush the wings with Bachan’s Japanese barbecue sauce. Close the grill lid and let them cook for a few minutes, allowing the glaze to become wonderfully tacky and caramelized.
- Repeat the glazing process a few more times, flipping the wings between applications, to build up multiple layers of sticky, sweet, and savory coating. This step is crucial for achieving that ultimate glossy finish.
Finish and Serve:
- Verify the internal temperature of the wings using a meat thermometer to ensure they have reached a safe minimum of 165°F (74°C).
- Apply one final, generous layer of Japanese BBQ sauce glaze just before carefully removing the succulent wings from the grill.
- Serve immediately and prepare to indulge in these incredibly sticky, savory, and sweet flavor-packed Filipino BBQ Grilled Chicken Wings!
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