INGREDIENTS
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3 pounds chicken wings (12 to 14)
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1 onion
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a 1 1/2-inch piece peeled fresh gingerroot
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2 tablespoons soy sauce (preferably Kikkoman)
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1‚ tablespoons medium-dry Sherry
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1 tablespoon Chinese five-spice powder
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1 tablespoon sugar
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2 tablespoons plus 1 teaspoon coarse salt
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2 teaspoons freshly ground black pepper, or to taste
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1/2 cup cornstarch
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6 cups vegetable oil