Blue Cornmeal Chicken Wings
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