Cut tips off wings and cut wing in half at the joint. In a 4 litre aucepan, heat 5 cm of salad oil to 375oF. Lower wings into oil. Frychicken wings for 15 minutes or until very tender. Drain on paper towel.

Meanwhile, in a large bowl, stir together Tabasco Sauce and butter untilwell blended. Add the chicken wings and toss gently to coat well. Servewith blue cheese dressing, chilled celery sticks and chilled carrot sticks.