10chicken wings, wingtips removed, cut into wingettes and drumettes
oil, for frying
¼cupbutter
¼cuphot sauce, or to taste
1dash black pepper
1dash garlic powder
4celery ribs
Instructions
In a small bowl mix together flour, paprika, cayenne pepper, and salt.
Place chicken wings in a large bowl and toss with the flour mixture until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for 30 minutes.
Cut celery into thin sticks. Soak celery in a bowl of ice and cold water at least 30 minutes and up to 1 hour.
In a heavy saucepan that is at least 5 inches deep, heat 2 inches of oil over medium heat until it registers 375°F on thermometer. Fry chicken wings in batches for 10-15 minutes until golden brown. Using tongs or a slotted spoon, remove wings to a plate lined with paper towels to drain.
In a small saucepan, over low heat, combine hot sauce, black pepper, garlic powder and butter until butter is melted. Stir to combine and remove from heat.
Place wings in a serving bowl, add the sauce and toss to coat evenly. Serve with blue cheese dressing and celery