Best Ever Buffalo Wings

Not a barbecue recipe, but definitely worth it to eat them. The only things needed for a good batch of buffalo wings: deep fat fryer, hot sauce, and butter.

Tips for Best Ever Buffalo Wings

• The oil for the fryer needs to be hot enough. Set the temperature to 375 degrees F. The use of a frying thermometer will help you reach and keep that temp during frying.
• Don’t overcrowd the frying basket. This lowers the heat and prevents a crispy crust from forming.
• Use whole butter – not melted butter.
• Have a large mixing bowl ready with the sauce and butter. As soon as the wings are done, shake the fryer basket to drain them and dump them in with the sauce and the butter.
• Shake the bowl to toss the wings or use a spoon to mix them up. The heat of the wings will melt the butter. As the butter melts it mixes with the sauce and creates a thick, rich sauce that coats the wings perfectly.

Photos by Executive Chef John Shelton. His specialties include his original (and seriously good) Smoked Oysters in Cottonseed Oil. You’ll find him sharing his fishing adventures at Dana Point Fish Company. His portfolio is found at John Shelton Designs.

Article by Renee Shelton. Her love for tri tip almost surpasses her love for cake. Almost. Really, it’s a tough call here. When she’s not tasting BBQ and dipping in the sauce, she can be found at Pastry Sampler.