Mango and Ginger Glazed Chicken Wings

Ingredients

Fresh cilantro

a handful, roughly chopped for garnish

Salt

1 teaspoon

Black pepper

1/2 teaspoon

Garlic

4 cloves, peeled

Lime juice

juice of 1 lime

Honey

2 tablespoons

Soy sauce

1/2 cup

Fresh ginger

2-inch piece, peeled and grated

Mango

1 large, peeled and pitted

Chicken wings

2 pounds

Instructions

1. In a blender or food processor, combine the mango, grated ginger, soy sauce, honey, lime juice, garlic cloves, salt, and black pepper. Blend until you have a smooth, vibrant marinade.
2. Place the chicken wings in a large bowl. Pour the mango-ginger marinade over the wings, ensuring each wing is thoroughly coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and let the wings marinate in the refrigerator for at least 2 hours. For a deeper flavor penetration, an overnight marinade is recommended.
3. Preheat your oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange a rack in the middle of the oven.
4. Line a baking sheet with parchment paper for easy cleanup. Arrange the marinated chicken wings in a single layer on the lined baking sheet.
5. Bake the wings for 35-40 minutes, or until they are thoroughly cooked and have a beautiful golden-brown hue. To ensure even cooking, flip the wings halfway through the baking time.
6. Remove the wings from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. This allows the juices to redistribute throughout the wings, keeping them moist and flavorful.
7. Garnish the wings with a generous sprinkle of fresh, chopped cilantro right before serving. Enjoy your Mango and Ginger Glazed Chicken Wings hot for the best experience.