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.