Honey Jerk BBQ Fried Wings
Honey Jerk BBQ Fried Wings
Ingredients
For the Wings
- 2 lbs chicken wings, cleaned and split
- 2 tablespoons mustard, to coat chicken before seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Jamaican jerk seasoning, wet paste or dry
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 packet SazĂłn
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust since Old Bay + SazĂłn are salty
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch, for crispiness
- oil, for frying
- lime juice, as needed, for washing wings
- vinegar, as needed, for washing wings
- water, as needed, for washing wings
For the Honey Jerk BBQ Glaze
- 1/2 cup Kinder's BBQ Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Jamaican jerk paste
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons butter
For Garnish
- scallions, chopped, optional
- parsley, chopped, optional
Instructions
- 1
Wash the chicken wings thoroughly with lime juice, vinegar, and water. Pat them completely dry with paper towels. Rub the mustard all over the wings to create a base for the seasoning.
⏱️ 5 min
- 2
In a large bowl, sprinkle the Old Bay seasoning, SazĂłn, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, Jamaican jerk seasoning, and cornstarch over the mustard-coated wings. Massage the seasonings well into the chicken, ensuring every piece is evenly coated. Let the wings marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or for best flavor, marinate overnight in the refrigerator.
⏱️ 15 min
- 3
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the wings in batches for 8–10 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Ensure not to overcrowd the pot, which can lower the oil temperature. Once cooked, remove the wings and drain them well on a wire rack set over paper towels.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 350
- 4
While the wings are frying or immediately after, prepare the glaze. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the honey, Jamaican jerk paste, and Kinder's BBQ sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens and becomes sticky, about 3-5 minutes.
⏱️ 5 min
- 5
In a large bowl, toss the warm fried wings with the prepared Honey Jerk BBQ glaze until they are evenly coated and glossy. Garnish with chopped scallions or parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
⏱️ 5 min
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Nutrition Facts (per serving)
Honey Jerk BBQ Fried Wings
For the Wings
- 2 lbs chicken wings, cleaned and split
- 2 tablespoons mustard, to coat chicken before seasoning
- 1 tablespoon Jamaican jerk seasoning, wet paste or dry
- 1 teaspoon Old Bay seasoning
- 1 packet SazĂłn
- 1 teaspoon garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon onion powder
- 1/2 teaspoon paprika
- 1/2 teaspoon black pepper
- 1 teaspoon salt, adjust since Old Bay + SazĂłn are salty
- 2 tablespoons cornstarch, for crispiness
- oil, for frying
- lime juice, as needed, for washing wings
- vinegar, as needed, for washing wings
- water, as needed, for washing wings
For the Honey Jerk BBQ Glaze
- 1/2 cup Kinder's BBQ Sauce
- 2 tablespoons Jamaican jerk paste
- 2 tablespoons honey
- 2 tablespoons butter
For Garnish
- scallions, chopped, optional
- parsley, chopped, optional
Instructions
- 1
Wash the chicken wings thoroughly with lime juice, vinegar, and water. Pat them completely dry with paper towels. Rub the mustard all over the wings to create a base for the seasoning.
⏱️ 5 min - 2
In a large bowl, sprinkle the Old Bay seasoning, SazĂłn, garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, black pepper, salt, Jamaican jerk seasoning, and cornstarch over the mustard-coated wings. Massage the seasonings well into the chicken, ensuring every piece is evenly coated. Let the wings marinate for at least 30 minutes at room temperature, or for best flavor, marinate overnight in the refrigerator.
⏱️ 15 min - 3
Heat oil in a deep fryer or large heavy-bottomed pot to 350°F (175°C). Fry the wings in batches for 8–10 minutes, or until they are golden brown and crispy. Ensure not to overcrowd the pot, which can lower the oil temperature. Once cooked, remove the wings and drain them well on a wire rack set over paper towels.
⏱️ 20 min•🌡️ 350 - 4
While the wings are frying or immediately after, prepare the glaze. In a saucepan, melt the butter over medium heat. Stir in the honey, Jamaican jerk paste, and Kinder's BBQ sauce. Bring the mixture to a simmer and cook, stirring occasionally, until the glaze thickens and becomes sticky, about 3-5 minutes.
⏱️ 5 min - 5
In a large bowl, toss the warm fried wings with the prepared Honey Jerk BBQ glaze until they are evenly coated and glossy. Garnish with chopped scallions or parsley, if desired, and serve immediately.
⏱️ 5 min