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Harissa Chicken Wings
Finger-licking, lip-smacking, best ever Harissa Chicken Wings! Made with red pepper paste, spices, and the perfect amount of sweetness. Marinate them overnight for the best result.
Prep Time
15 mins
Cook Time
15 mins
Total Time
2 hrs 45 mins
Servings: 4 people
Calories: 262 kcal
Course:
Main Course
Cuisine:
American
Ingredients
- 1.5 lb wings
- 2 tbsp red pepper paste
- 1 tbsp olive oil
- ¼ tsp cayenne
- ½ tsp garlic powder
- ½ tsp cumin
- ½ tsp dried mint
- ½ tsp dried oregano
- ¼ tsp smoked paprika
- ⅛ tsp fennel powder
- Generous pinch of salt depending on how salty the pepper paste is
- pepper to taste
- 1 tbsp pure maple syrup
- 2 tbsp lemon juice
Instructions
PREP WINGS:
- Wash the wings well with cold water. Dry each wing with a paper towel. This will ensure each wing will get nice and crispy.
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MAKE HARISSA PASTE:
- Add the hot pepper paste, olive oil, garlic powder, cumin, mint, oregano, paprika, fennel powder, maple syrup, lemon juice, salt, and pepper in a large mixing bowl.
- Mix well until a thick paste/sauce forms. Season with salt to taste. It should be pungent.
COAT WINGS:
- Add the wings to the paste.
- Massage for 2-3 minutes.
CHILL WINGS:
- Cover the bowl with a lid or plastic wrap.
- Chill in the fridge for two hours or up to 24 hours.
BAKE WINGS:
- Move the oven rack to the middle position.
- Preheat oven to 400℉.
- Transfer the wings to a nonstick baking sheet or line a sheet pan with parchment paper when ready.
- Place each wing about ½ inch apart. If you place them too close, they will steam and not be crispy.
- Bake for 25-30 minutes or until the internal temperature reaches 165℉.
- Enjoy with your favorite dipping sauce.
Notes
- If you use a dark sheet pan, lower the heat to 375°F and continue to bake for 25-30 minutes or until internal temperature reaches 165°F.
- I used Turkish Hot red pepper paste. Feel free to use sweet red pepper paste and add Cheyenne pepper (add the desired amount).
Nutrition Information
Serving
0.25pound
Calories
262kcal
(13%)
Carbohydrates
7g
(2%)
Protein
17g
(34%)
Fat
18g
(28%)
Saturated Fat
5g
(25%)
Polyunsaturated Fat
4g
Monounsaturated Fat
8g
Trans Fat
1g
Cholesterol
71mg
(24%)
Sodium
70mg
(3%)
Potassium
212mg
(6%)
Fiber
1g
(4%)
Sugar
4g
(8%)
Vitamin A
279IU
(6%)
Vitamin C
5mg
(6%)
Calcium
27mg
(3%)
Iron
1mg
(6%)
Nutrition Facts
Serving: 4people
Amount Per Serving
Calories 262
% Daily Value*
| Serving | 0.25pound | |
| Calories | 262kcal | 13% |
| Carbohydrates | 7g | 2% |
| Protein | 17g | 34% |
| Fat | 18g | 28% |
| Saturated Fat | 5g | 25% |
| Polyunsaturated Fat | 4g | 24% |
| Monounsaturated Fat | 8g | 40% |
| Trans Fat | 1g | 50% |
| Cholesterol | 71mg | 24% |
| Sodium | 70mg | 3% |
| Potassium | 212mg | 5% |
| Fiber | 1g | 4% |
| Sugar | 4g | 8% |
| Vitamin A | 279IU | 6% |
| Vitamin C | 5mg | 6% |
| Calcium | 27mg | 3% |
| Iron | 1mg | 6% |
* Percent Daily Values are based on a 2,000 calorie diet.