SPICY CHINESE FIVE SPICE-RUBBED CHICKEN WINGS WITH CREAMY CILANTRO DIPPING SAUCE

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This is one of those recipies that I've used enough that I've forgotten where the original inspiration came from-and that I actually hardly ever measure everything for...It's great for a gathering of friends for almost any occasion-say watching a game, or even a good movie...It also makes a great appetizer(I would recommend...

Provided by Philip Hoel

Categories     Poultry Appetizers

Time 45m

Number Of Ingredients 13

FOR THE WINGS
20 whole chicken wings
2 Tbsp chinese five-spice powder
1 Tbsp cayenne pepper
kosher salt and pepper
creamy cilantro dipping sauce(to follow)
CREAMY CILANTRO DIPPING SAUCE
1/3 c chopped cilantro leaves(plus some for garnish)
1/4 c sour cream
1/4 c mayonnaise(do not use miricle whip-way too sweet)
1/4 c plain yogurt(optional but adds a nice tang)
juice of 1/2 lemon
salt and pepper to taste

Steps:

  • 1. FOR THE WINGS
  • 2. Pre-heat oven to 500 degrees, line a baking sheet with parchment.
  • 3. Remove the tips from the chicken wings(save for making stock-if you wish-or discard)and cut the wings in half at the joint. Place the wings in a bowl.
  • 4. Sprinkle 5 spice powder, and cayenne over wings, add salt and pepper.(be generous with the pepper) Rub this mixture all over the wings until no powder remains
  • 5. Place the wings on parchment lined baking sheet with the most skin up. Bake for about 25 minutes-or until cooked through browned and crispy-meanwhile make the sauce
  • 6. NOTE: This spice mixture also makes a very good Chinese inspired rub for a whole roast chicken-just maintain the ratio of 2 parts five spice to 1 part cayenne
  • 7. FOR THE SAUCE
  • 8. Combine all sauce ingredients through the lemon juice-add salt and pepper to taste
  • 9. NOTE: I should mention that I like my wings very spicy-you might prefer a lessor amount-but the sauce goes a long way in taming the heat
  • 10. NOTE: This recipe can be easily doubled-just use two baking sheets, and rotate baking sheets half way through the baking time.

Ma Khine
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These wings are a bit time-consuming to make, but they're worth the effort. They're so flavorful and delicious.


Tonya Dixon
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I love the combination of flavors in this recipe. The spicy rub and the creamy cilantro dipping sauce are a perfect match.


subbrn
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These wings are perfect for game day or any party. They're easy to make and they're always a crowd-pleaser.


MURSHAD _047
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I'm not a big fan of spicy food, but these wings were surprisingly mild. The rub was flavorful without being too hot.


Sunil Pal
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The creamy cilantro dipping sauce is the perfect complement to the spicy rub. It's tangy and creamy, and it helps to cool down the heat of the wings.


Eden Ngowi
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I've tried this recipe with different types of chicken, and it always turns out great. I've made it with chicken breasts, thighs, and even drumsticks.


Qusai Barghouthi
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These wings are so easy to make and they're always a hit with my family. I love that I can make them in the oven or on the grill.


Hasan Chudry
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I followed the recipe exactly, but my wings didn't turn out as crispy as I would have liked. I think I'll try baking them next time.


Stesha Geoffrey
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The wings were a bit too spicy for my taste, but the dipping sauce helped to cool them down. Overall, they were still very good.


Al-Amin Nazir
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I used boneless, skinless chicken breasts instead of wings, and they turned out great. The rub was easy to make and the chicken was moist and flavorful.


Shahmeer Ali786
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I've made these wings several times now, and they're always a crowd-pleaser. The creamy cilantro dipping sauce is the perfect complement to the spicy rub.


Hlengiwe Masondo
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These wings were a hit at my party! The rub was flavorful and the chicken was cooked perfectly.