Fried Chicken Wings with Bourbon Molasses Sauce

Directions

Wings:

1. In a large bowl, whisk together the flour, baking powder, salt, pepper, garlic powder and onion powder.
2. Add the wings to the bowl and toss to coat the wings with the flour mixture.
3. Add enough shortening to a fryer or cast-iron skillet to be at least 2 inches deep once melted.
4. Heat shortening to 350˚F.
5. Once the shortening is preheated, start adding wings and cooking in batches to avoid overcrowding.
6. Fry each batch 9-12 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165˚F.
7. Transfer to a paper towel lined plate or baking sheet.
8. Once all wings are done, add them to a large bowl and pour bourbon-molasses sauce over them. Toss to coat and serve immediately.

Bourbon-Molasses Sauce:

1. Add the bourbon, soy sauce, garlic powder, ginger, salt and pepper to a large saucepan.
2. Over medium heat, whisk until well blended.
3. Bring to a boil then turn heat down to a simmer.
4. Simmer for 3-4 minutes then add the molasses.
5. Whisk until the molasses is fully incorporated.
6. Remove from the heat and toss over cooked wings.