There are three main differences between chicken wing center and chicken wing root:

1, the difference in appearance

Chicken wing center is flattened, with side-by-side pores on one side and triangular skin on the other.

The root of the chicken wing is connected to the chicken breast, similar in shape to a small chicken leg, and the small end is connected to the middle of the wing, so there is excess meat on one side of the wing that is usually sold in the market.

2. Price difference

The price of chicken wings is the most expensive among the three parts of chicken wings because of the better taste.

The price of chicken wing root is slightly less expensive than the wing center, but higher than the wing tip.

3. Difference in meat quality

The meat on the center of the chicken wing is more tender because it is rich in fat and collagen, and has a delicate and smooth taste.

The meat on the root of the chicken wing is older because it is not as rich in fat.

Expanding knowledge: how to choose chicken wings

1, fresh chicken wings skin color white or beige, and glossy, with residual hair and hair roots, the meat is elastic, and there is a special taste of chicken.

2, when buying the best choice of yellow and dry chicken wings, color and flesh bright, no broken bones, no surface bruises; do not buy bright white, too much water wings, the wings soaked with kerosene water, the wings absorbed a lot of water, weight gain of 20% or so, it seems to be more fat. The alkali can also bleach the black pigment on the surface of the chicken wings, making them look cleaner and less likely to spoil. However, the alkali is highly corrosive and is strictly prohibited for use in food.

3, the price is also one of the factors to determine the good and bad wings, the price is comparable to the cost price or lower, then be wary of, cheap no good. Of course, it is more important to look at the sales channels. Consumers had better choose the regular supermarkets and stores, the best choice to buy chicken wings with packaging, in order to facilitate the tracking and tracing.

4. In the hot summer, chicken wings that are not refrigerated properly are prone to rotting. Quality control professionals remind consumers that rotting chicken wings will emit a foul smell and the meat will become lighter in color and pale white. If the chicken wings stored at home have the above conditions, it is recommended not to eat.