Ailes de Poulet Texanes

Preparation : 40 minutes / Cooking : 25 minutes / Serving : 30 chicken wings

Ingredients:

  • Chicken wings (without tips)
  • Balsamic vinegar (2-3 tablespoons)
  • Brown sugar (2 to 3 tablespoons)
  • Fresh garlic, finely chopped
  • Olive oil (quantity to taste)
  • Worcestershire sauce (2 heaped teaspoons)
  • Hot pepper, finely chopped
  • Hot sauce (to taste)
  • Garlic salt
  • Ground pepper
  • Dijon mustard
  • Paprika (2 heaped tablespoons)
  • Ketchup
  • Honey

Preparation

  1. Reserve the wing tips to make a homemade stock.
  2. In a large bowl, combine balsamic vinegar, brown sugar, garlic, olive oil, Worcestershire sauce, hot pepper, hot sauce, garlic salt, ground pepper, Dijon mustard, paprika and ketchup. Add honey to taste.
  3. Stir well and add the chicken wings. Make sure they're well coated with the marinade.
  4. Cover the bowl and refrigerate for 24 hours to allow the flavors to develop.
  5. Preheat your pellet grill to 180°F (82°C).
  6. Drain the chicken wings from the marinade and place them on the grill directly for 5 to 7 minutes, turning them halfway through cooking.
  7. Then move the wings to the indirect side of the grill and continue cooking for a further 15 to 20 minutes, turning regularly, until the meat pulls away easily from the bones.
  8. Depending on your preference, finish cooking to obtain a tender or roasted texture.
  9. For those who prefer a less Texan flavor, serve the wings with a fresh dip.