Baked Sticky Sesame Wings

INGREDIENTS

2 lb

chicken wingettes and drumettes (either one or a combo of both)

1/2 tsp

kosher salt (plus more to taste)

1/4 tsp

freshly ground black pepper

garlic cloves (minced)

1/2 cup

pure maple syrup

1/4 cup

low-sodium soy sauce

1 1/2 tbsp

ginger paste or 1 tablespoon freshly ground ginger

1/4 tsp

crushed red pepper (red pepper flakes)

2 tbsp

toasted sesame seeds *See note

Garnish: 2 scallions or green onions (thinly sliced at an angle)