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mango habanero wingstop recipe

Mango Habanero Wingstop Recipe

Want sweet and spicy? Try my Mango Habanero Wingstop wings! I've mastered the sauce and cooking method for crispy, flavorful wings. This Wingstop-inspired meal will wow guests.
Prep Time 10 minutes
Cook Time 20 minutes
Total Time 30 minutes
Course Appetizer
Cuisine American
Servings 6 Servings
Calories 345 kcal

Ingredients
  

For the wings

  • 2 lbs chicken wings
  • 1 tsp salt
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp onion powder
  • 1/2 tsp black pepper
  • 1/4 cup all-purpose flour
  • 1/4 cup cornstarch
  • Oil for frying or cooking spray for baking

For the sauce

  • 1 ripe mango peeled and chopped
  • 2 habanero peppers stemmed and seeded
  • 1/2 cup granulated sugar
  • 1/2 cup rice vinegar
  • 1/4 cup soy sauce
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tbsp cornstarch mixed with 1 tbsp water

Instructions
 

  • Preheat the oven to 425°F if baking the wings or heat the oil to 375°F if frying.
  • In a large bowl, mix together the salt, garlic powder, onion powder, black pepper, all-purpose flour, and cornstarch.
  • Add the chicken wings to the bowl and toss to coat evenly.
  • If baking the wings, line a baking sheet with parchment paper and lightly spray with cooking spray. Place the wings on the baking sheet, making sure they don't touch each other. Bake for 30-35 minutes or until crispy and golden brown.
  • If frying the wings, carefully add them to the hot oil and cook for 10-12 minutes or until they're golden brown and crispy. Remove them from the oil with a slotted spoon and place them on a wire rack to drain.
  • While the wings are cooking, prepare the sauce. In a blender or food processor, blend together the mango puree and habanero peppers until smooth.
  • In a saucepan, combine the mango habanero puree, sugar, rice vinegar, soy sauce, and garlic powder. Bring the mixture to a boil over medium-high heat, then reduce the heat and let it simmer for 10-15 minutes, stirring occasionally.
  • Once the sauce has thickened slightly, add the cornstarch slurry to help thicken it even more. Stir the mixture until it's thick and glossy.
  • Once the wings are cooked, toss them in the sauce until they're evenly coated. Alternatively, brush the sauce on with a pastry brush.
  • Serve the wings hot with some chopped cilantro or green onions as a garnish.

Notes

  1. Leave the habanero pepper seeds in or add more peppers to the sauce for more heat.
  2. Add honey or brown sugar for a sweeter sauce.
  3. Try different mangoes to find your favorite. Ataulfo mangoes are smooth and creamy, while Tommy Atkins are harder and fibrous.
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