If the wings are not pre-cut, straighten the wings and cut them at each joint, dividing each wing into 3 parts. Reserve the wingette and drumette and discard the wing tip (or save it for another use).
Preheat the vegetable oil to 350°F in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot.
Deep-fry the wings for 8 to 10 minutes. The wings will be done when they reach an internal temperature of 165°F and the juices run clear.
When the wings have finished cooking, remove them from the deep fryer and drain them on a wire rack resting on a baking sheet.
While the chicken is cooking, prepare the sauce by combining the Louisiana Hot Sauce, butter, vinegar, and Worcestershire sauce in a small pot over medium-low heat. Whisk until the butter melts and the sauce emulsifies.
When you are ready to serve the wings, place them into a bowl, add a ladle or two of sauce, and toss to coat.
Recipe Tips
Let the oil recover to 350 degrees between batches. A pot that drifts down to 315 degrees produces wings that absorb oil rather than seal against it.
Dry wings fry better than wet ones. If you have time, lightly salt the pieces and let them rest uncovered in the fridge for an hour before frying.
Warm sauce clings better than cold sauce. If the pot cools while you work through the batches, set it back over low heat for a minute rather than pouring cold sauce onto hot wings.
Do not cover finished wings tightly. Trapped steam turns crisp skin into soft skin, which is why the foil goes on as a loose tent.
Taste the sauce before the first toss. Different hot sauce brands vary in salt and acid content, and a splash of vinegar or a little more butter brings it back into balance.