Blue Cornmeal Chicken Wings

Blue Cornmeal Chicken Wings

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Preparation time:20 minutes
marination 3 hours
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Ingredients

  • 1/4 cup lime juice
  • 1/4 cup oil
  • 1/2 teaspoon crushed red pepper
  • 10 chicken wings about 2 lbs, cut into 3 pieces each
  • 2 tablespoons margarine or butter
  • 1/2 cup blue or yellow cornmeal
  • 2 tablespoons flour
  • 1/2 teaspoon salt
  • 1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
  • 1/8 teaspoon pepper

Instructions

  • In a large glass or plastic bowl, mix lime juice, oil, and crushed red pepper.
  • Cut each chicken wing at joints to make 3 pieces, discarding the tip.
  • Trim off and discard excess skin.
  • Place the wings in the lime juice and oil mixture, stirring to coat.
  • Cover and refrigerate for 3 hours, stirring occasionally.
  • Drain.
  • Preheat the oven to 425°F.
  • Melt margarine.
  • In a plastic bag or bowl, combine cornmeal, flour, salt, ground cumin, and pepper.
  • Shake the wings in the cornmeal mixture to coat.
  • Place the coated wings in a baking pan.
  • Bake, uncovered, for 20 minutes.
  • Turn the wings and bake until golden brown, for an additional 20 to 25 minutes.

Notes & Wine Advice

 

Wine Advice:

Pair these Blue Cornmeal Chicken Wings with a light-bodied white wine such as Pinot Grigio or a crisp, dry Rosé. The wine’s refreshing qualities will complement the zesty lime and spicy red pepper, enhancing the overall dining experience. Enjoy!

Nutrition values

Calories: 200 kcal | Carbohydrates: 7 g | Protein: 12 g | Fat: 14 g | Sugar: 1 g
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Course; Chicken