Chicken wings with cumin, lemon & garlic

Name: Chicken wings with cumin, lemon & garlic
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 3 servings
Cuisine: Turkish
Ingredients: 12 Chicken Wings; 2 cloves minced Garlic; Zest and juice of 1 Lemon; 1 tsp Cumin Seeds; 2 tablespoons Olive Oil; 1 tablespoon Honey

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Serves 3 615 kcal per serving Prep 15 min Cook 40 min

Ingredients

12 Chicken Wings
2 cloves minced Garlic
Zest and juice of 1 Lemon
1 tsp Cumin Seeds
2 tablespoons Olive Oil
1 tablespoon Honey

Instructions

Using sharp kitchen scissors, cut each chicken wing at the joint into two pieces. In a bowl, mix the garlic, lemon zest and juice, cumin seeds and olive oil, seasoning well.
Add the chicken wings to the marinade and toss until evenly coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or overnight if time allows.
Heat the oven to 200°C (180°C fan) or prepare a barbecue. Arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking tray and roast for 45–50 minutes until crisp, turning occasionally. If barbecuing, cook for about 20 minutes, turning regularly.
During the final 10 minutes of cooking, drizzle the wings with the honey to glaze. Transfer to a serving platter and serve hot.

Tips

Pat the wings completely dry with paper towels before seasoning to ensure the skin gets maximum crispness.
Toss the wings in a little baking powder before cooking for an extra-crunchy ‘fried’ texture in the oven.
Add the fresh garlic and lemon juice at the very end of cooking to keep the flavors bright and sharp.

Variations

Spicy Cumin: Add a teaspoon of crushed red pepper flakes or cayenne to the dry rub.
Honey Glaze: Stir a tablespoon of honey into the lemon-garlic mix for a sweet and savory finish.