Grind the Sichuan Peppercorns with a Mortar and Pestle.
In a mixing bowl, mix together Chicken Wings, 1/2 tbsp of grinded Sichuan Peppercorns, 1/2 tbsp of Sea Salt, Ginger, Garlic and Chinese Cooking Wine.
Cover with plastic wrap and refrigerate for 1 hour.
In a small bowl, mix together the the rest of the ground Sichuan Peppercorns, 1/2 tbsp of Sea Salt, and Chili Flakes. Set aside.
After marinating, in a medium bowl, mix together Cornstarch and Baking Powder. Cover the Chicken Wings one at a time and shake off any extra starch.
Put the coated Chicken on a different plate and set aside.
In a Dutch Oven or a large pot, on high heat, add in Oil for frying to a depth of 3 inches.
Use a wooden chopstick to check the temperature of the Oil. When you see the bubbles coming up quickly, the Oil is ready.
First fry the Chicken for 3-4 minutes until lightly golden. Fry the Chicken in batches. Do not crowd the pan. Drain and set aside.
Second fry the Chicken in batches for about 1 minute until the Chicken turns golden brown. Drain and set aside.
In a wok, add the Vegetable Oil, on medium-high heat, add the Garlic, Onion, Red Thai Chili, and Green Onions. Stir-fry for 1-2 minutes. Turn off the heat.
Add the fried Chicken Wings. Then add in the mixture of Sichuan Peppercorns, Sea Salt, and Chili Flakes. Toss everything together. Taste.
Garnish with extra Sea Salt and Pepper as desired. Ready to serve!
Noter
As with many of my fried chicken recipes, I like to double fry the chicken for its extra crunchiness and its ultimate flavor.
When frying, use a wooden chopstick to check the temperature of the Oil. When you see the bubbles coming up quickly, the Oil is ready.
The frying time can vary according to the pot or frying pan you use as well as the kind of Chicken pieces. Keep a close watch on the Chicken when frying so that you do not overcook them.