Hooters’ Hot Wings

In a large mixing bowl, mix the whole-wheat flour, all-purpose flour, salt, paprika, and cayenne pepper together, and blend well. Cut the chicken wings into drumettes and flappers. Wash and drain the chicken. Coat the chicken in the flour mixture and refrigerate the wings for 90 minutes. Prepare the Hooters Hot Wing Sauce. When you’re ready to deep-fry the chicken wings, heat the oil to 375°F in a large pot or deep-fryer. Place the chicken pieces into the hot oil and do not crowd them. Fry the wings until they’re golden brown, then remove them from the oil and drain them on paper towels. When all the wings have been fried, place them in a large bowl. Add the Hooters’ Hot Wing Sauce and mix completely. Use a fork or tongs to place the chicken pieces on a serving platter. Serve immediately (and with lots of paper towels!).

Yield: 12 servings