Grilled Turmeric and Lemongrass Chicken Wings

Gluten Free
Dairy Free
Health score
10%
Grilled Turmeric and Lemongrass Chicken Wings
45 min.
4
702kcal

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Get ready to elevate your summer grilling experience with these mouthwatering Grilled Turmeric and Lemongrass Chicken Wings! Perfectly crispy on the outside and tender on the inside, these wings are a symphony of flavors that will tantalize your taste buds and leave your guests asking for more.

The marinade, infused with the earthy warmth of turmeric and the fragrant zest of fresh lemongrass, brings an exotic twist that sets these chicken wings apart from the usual fare. A blend of fish sauce, tamarind juice, and lime juice not only enhances the flavor profile but also provides a tantalizing balance of umami, sweetness, and tang. Paired with the aromatic garlic and ginger, every bite is a delightful burst of flavor.

What’s more, this gluten-free and dairy-free recipe is ideal for anyone looking for a delicious and healthier option without compromising on taste. The grilling process renders the fat perfectly, resulting in wings that are crisped to perfection, making them a fantastic main dish for your lunch or dinner gatherings.

Whether you’re hosting a backyard barbecue or enjoying a cozy family dinner, these Grilled Turmeric and Lemongrass Chicken Wings are the perfect way to impress your guests while enjoying the vibrant tastes of Southeast Asia. Serve alongside fresh lime wedges for an extra pop of flavor, and don’t forget the warm marinade for dipping! Let’s fire up the grill and savor the sunshine with this incredible dish.

Ingredients

  • pounds chicken wings whole
  • tablespoons fish sauce (such as nuoc nam or nam pla)
  •  garlic clove 
  •  ginger peeled chopped
  •  jalapeno stemmed
  • teaspoons kosher salt 
  •  lemon grass finely chopped (bottom third only, tough outer layers removed)
  • tablespoons juice of lime fresh
  • servings lime wedges 
  •  shallots chopped
  • tablespoons tamarind juice (not paste or pulp)
  • teaspoon turmeric 
  • cup coconut milk unsweetened canned
  • servings vegetable oil (for grill)

Equipment

  • bowl
  • sauce pan
  • grill

Directions

  1. Combine coconut milk, shallots, garlic,lemongrass, jalapeños, ginger, limejuice, tamarind juice, fish sauce, koshersalt, turmeric, and 1 cup water in ablender. Purée mixture until a smoothmarinade forms.
  2. Place chicken wings in a largebaking dish.
  3. Pour marinade over; turnwings to coat evenly. Cover chickenand chill overnight.
  4. Remove chicken from marinade,shaking any excess marinade backinto dish.
  5. Transfer chicken to a largeplatter.
  6. Let stand at room temperaturefor 15 minutes.
  7. Transfer marinade to a large saucepanand bring to a boil over mediumheat. Reduce heat to medium-low andsimmer, stirring occasionally, untilmarinade thickens, 10-15 minutes.
  8. Pourhalf of marinade into a small bowl; setaside for basting chicken while it grills.Keep remaining marinade in saucepan;cover and keep warm until ready toserve the chicken.
  9. Build a medium fire in a charcoalgrill, or heat a gas grill to medium-high.Oil grill grates to prevent sticking. Grillchicken wings, turning every 5 minutesand basting occasionally with marinadein small bowl, until fat is rendered andskin is nicely charred in spots, 30-35minutes. (The key here is to turn thewings often so the skin doesn't burn.)
  10. Continue cooking chicken withoutbasting (so it will get crisp) until wingsare cooked through, about 10 minuteslonger.
  11. Transfer chicken to a large platterand let it rest for 5 minutes. Squeezelime wedges over wings.
  12. Transfermarinade in saucepan to a small bowl.
  13. Serve warm marinade alongsidechicken as a dipping sauce.

Nutrition Facts

Calories702kcal
Protein20.4%
Fat73.42%
Carbs6.18%

Properties

Glycemic Index
36
Glycemic Load
1.13
Inflammation Score
-10
Nutrition Score
19.534347710402%

Flavonoids

Eriodictyol
0.16mg
Hesperetin
1.1mg
Naringenin
0.06mg
Luteolin
0.09mg
Kaempferol
0.01mg
Myricetin
0.04mg
Quercetin
0.44mg

Nutrients percent of daily need

Calories:702.08kcal
35.1%
Fat:57.76g
88.87%
Saturated Fat:23.06g
144.12%
Carbohydrates:10.93g
3.64%
Net Carbohydrates:8.53g
3.1%
Sugar:5.08g
5.65%
Cholesterol:141.45mg
47.15%
Sodium:1663.19mg
72.31%
Alcohol:0g
100%
Alcohol %:0%
100%
Protein:36.11g
72.22%
Vitamin B3:11.67mg
58.37%
Selenium:33.24µg
47.49%
Manganese:0.87mg
43.6%
Vitamin B6:0.82mg
41.01%
Phosphorus:325.16mg
32.52%
Vitamin K:27.42µg
26.11%
Vitamin C:16.84mg
20.41%
Zinc:3.06mg
20.4%
Iron:3.55mg
19.71%
Magnesium:72.9mg
18.22%
Potassium:596.34mg
17.04%
Vitamin B5:1.63mg
16.31%
Copper:0.28mg
14.09%
Vitamin E:2.09mg
13.96%
Vitamin B2:0.18mg
10.71%
Vitamin B12:0.61µg
10.16%
Fiber:2.4g
9.59%
Vitamin B1:0.13mg
8.54%
Folate:30.74µg
7.69%
Vitamin A:351.4IU
7.03%
Calcium:51.09mg
5.11%
Vitamin D:0.18µg
1.22%
Source:Epicurious