3 lbs. chicken wings

MASTER SOY SAUCE:

1 slice ginger root
1 scallion, cut into 1 inch lengths
1 tsp. peppercorns
1 star anise seed
1 c. light soy sauce
1 tsp. thick soy sauce
1 tbsp. mushroom soy sauce
1 tbsp. sugar
2 tbsp. Chinese cooking wine
1/4 c. water
1 tsp. sesame oil

1. Divide each chicken wing into 3 parts - discard tip.

2. Put first 4 ingredients in master soy sauce in apiece of cheesecloth. Gather at top and tie with string.

3. Put master soy sauce ingredients in pot. Bring to a boil - turn heat to low and simmer 5 minutes.

4. Turn heat to medium high. Add washed chicken parts to sauce. Cover and let them simmer, stirring occasionally. Add a little water if sauce cooks down too much.

5. Cook for 15-20 minutes or until tender.