Guava BBQ Glazed Chicken Wings (Print View)

Tender crispy wings with tropical guava BBQ glaze

# Components:

→ Chicken

01 - 2.5 lbs chicken wings, split at joints, tips removed
02 - 1 teaspoon salt
03 - 0.5 teaspoon black pepper
04 - 1 tablespoon vegetable oil

→ Guava BBQ Glaze

05 - 0.5 cup guava paste or guava jelly
06 - 0.5 cup BBQ sauce, gluten-free if needed
07 - 2 tablespoons honey
08 - 1 tablespoon apple cider vinegar
09 - 1 tablespoon soy sauce, gluten-free if needed
10 - 1 teaspoon smoked paprika
11 - 0.5 teaspoon garlic powder
12 - 0.25 teaspoon cayenne pepper, optional for additional heat

# Preparation Steps:

01 - Preheat oven to 425°F. Line a baking sheet with foil and position a wire rack on top.
02 - Pat wings dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss wings with salt, black pepper, and vegetable oil until evenly coated.
03 - Arrange wings in a single layer on the prepared rack. Roast for 35 to 40 minutes, turning halfway through, until golden and crispy.
04 - In a small saucepan, combine guava paste, BBQ sauce, honey, apple cider vinegar, soy sauce, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and cayenne pepper. Cook over medium heat, whisking constantly, for 3 to 5 minutes until guava dissolves and glaze becomes smooth. Remove from heat.
05 - Transfer roasted wings to a large bowl. Pour half of the glaze over wings and toss until evenly coated.
06 - Return glazed wings to the wire rack. Broil for 2 to 3 minutes until glaze caramelizes.
07 - Transfer wings to a serving bowl and toss with remaining glaze. Serve immediately, garnished with chopped cilantro or green onions if desired.

# Expert Advice:

01 -
  • The unique blend of guava and BBQ sauce creates a sophisticated tropical flavor profile.
  • Oven-roasting on a wire rack ensures a crispy texture without deep-frying.
  • Easy to customize with varying levels of heat using cayenne pepper.
02 -
  • Always pat the wings dry with paper towels to ensure the oil and seasoning adhere properly.
  • Whisk the glaze continuously while heating to prevent the sugars from burning and ensure a smooth consistency.
  • Ensure you use a wire rack over your baking sheet to allow hot air to circulate under the wings for even crisping.
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