Quick and Easy Chicken Wing Stew

Steps

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1. 1
   Brine the chicken wings in salted water for 10 to 15 minutes.
2. 2
   Remove the wings and pat them dry with paper towels.
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3. 3
   Heat the wok to medium-high, add oil and sugar.
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4. 4
   Once the sugar melts, reduce heat to low and allow it to turn dark brown and bubble.
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5. 5
   Add the chicken wings and stir to coat them evenly with the caramelized sugar.
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6. 6
   Add the garlic, ginger, white part of the green onion, and star anise, then mix well.
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7. 7
   Add the potato chunks.
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8. 8
   Season with salt and light soy sauce.
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9. 9
   Pour in chicken stock or water to about two-thirds coverage of the ingredients and bring to a boil.
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10. 10
    Reduce to medium heat, cover the wok, and simmer for 15 to 20 minutes.
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11. 11
    After 15 minutes, check if the potatoes are tender by poking them with a chopstick or fork.
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12. 12
    Increase the heat slightly to reduce the cooking liquid a bit.
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13. 13
    Garnish with the remaining green part of the green onion, give it a quick stir, and serve.
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