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Spicy African-Inspired Chicken Wings

Portions:8
Cooking Time:45 minutes
marination 4 hours
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Ingredients

For the Wings:

  • 4 Garlic cloves minced
  • 2 Shallots minced
  • 1 ½ teaspoons Salt
  • 1 tablespoon Chinese 5 spice
  • 2 teaspoons Paprika
  • 1 teaspoon Dried rosemary crumbled
  • ½ teaspoon Cayenne or to taste
  • 2 tablespoons Vegetable oil
  • 4 pounds Chicken wings about 20-24, tips removed

For the Sauce:

  • ⅓ cup Natural-style peanut butter
  • ¼ cup Canned cream of coconut well stirred
  • 2 Garlic cloves chopped
  • ¼ cup Water
  • ¼ cup Red bell pepper chopped
  • ⅛ teaspoon Dried hot red pepper flakes or to taste
  • 1 teaspoon Soy sauce
  • Salt to taste

For Garnish:

  • Coriander sprigs optional

Instructions

Prepare the Wings:

  • In a large bowl, combine minced garlic, minced shallots, salt, Chinese 5 spice, paprika, dried rosemary, cayenne, and vegetable oil to form a paste.
  • Toss chicken wings in the marinade until completely covered.
  • Cover and refrigerate for at least 4 hours or overnight.
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • Arrange marinated wings on a foil-lined broiler pan, skin side up.
  • Bake in the upper third of the oven for 25 to 30 minutes or until golden.

Prepare the Sauce:

  • In a blender, blend together peanut butter, cream of coconut, chopped garlic, water, red bell pepper, red pepper flakes, and soy sauce until smooth.
  • Season the sauce with salt to taste.

Presentation:

  • Transfer the sauce to a serving bowl and place it in the center of a platter.
  • Arrange the baked wings around the bowl.
  • Garnish the platter with coriander sprigs if desired.

Notes / Tips / Wine Advice:

Wine Advice:
Pair these spicy chicken wings with a crisp and slightly sweet Riesling or a sparkling Prosecco. The refreshing acidity will complement the bold flavors, creating a delightful combination.
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Course Chicken
Cuisine Africa