Creating Oven-Fried Carolina Barbecue Wings: A Simple and Delicious Recipe

Making oven-fried Carolina barbecue wings is a simple and delicious process that requires just a few ingredients and some basic cooking techniques. The first step is to make a simple coating for the chicken wings, which can be done by mixing together flour, baking powder, and your choice of seasonings. In this recipe, we're using a combination of all-purpose flour, teaspoon of baking powder, two teaspoons of house seasoning (which includes smoked paprika, pepper, granulated onions, garlic powders, and salt), and three pounds of chicken wings.

The coating is applied to the chicken wings in a light layer, allowing them to bake in the oven without becoming too greasy or overpowering. Since we're using an oven instead of deep-frying, we can achieve similar results with much less oil. The baking powder helps to create a crispy exterior on the wings, while the seasonings add flavor and depth.

While the wings are baking, we can start making our Carolina barbecue sauce. This tangy and sweet sauce is made by combining mustard, brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce in a medium-low heat saucepan. The ingredients are whisked together until smooth, and then simmered for 10-15 minutes to develop the desired flavor and color.

The sauce is an essential component of this recipe, as it adds a rich and tangy flavor to the wings. We're using yellow mustard, light brown sugar, apple cider vinegar, Worcestershire sauce, and hot sauce in our recipe, which gives the sauce a nice balance of sweet, sour, and spicy flavors. The longer we cook the sauce, the darker it becomes and the more intense the flavors become.

Once the wings are done baking, we can brush them with a little bit of the Carolina barbecue sauce and pop them back into the oven to let the sauce caramelize and stick to the wings. This is where the magic happens, as the sauce infuses the wings with flavor and creates a crispy exterior that's almost indistinguishable from deep-fried.

To take our oven-fried Carolina barbecue wings to the next level, we can mop them with more of the sauce after they're done baking. This helps to lock in the flavors and create an extra crispy exterior on the wings. We can also sprinkle some additional seasonings or herbs over the top of the wings for added flavor and texture.

One of the best things about this recipe is that it's incredibly easy to make, even for those who are new to cooking. The ingredients are readily available, and the cooking techniques are simple and straightforward. With just a few pounds of chicken wings, a cup of flour, and some basic seasonings, you can create delicious oven-fried Carolina barbecue wings that will impress even the most discerning palates.

As we continue to cook the wings, we can notice how the sauce begins to caramelize and stick to the surface of the wings. This is a sign that the flavors are developing and the sauce is becoming more intense. We can also see how the baking powder helps to create a crispy exterior on the wings, which adds texture and flavor to each bite.

To finish off our oven-fried Carolina barbecue wings, we can serve them hot with some additional seasonings or herbs over the top. This could include chopped scallions, diced jalapeños, or crumbled blue cheese, all of which add a tangy and spicy kick to the dish. With just a few ingredients and some basic cooking techniques, you can create delicious oven-fried Carolina barbecue wings that are sure to become a favorite in your household.

In conclusion, making oven-fried Carolina barbecue wings is a simple and delicious process that requires just a few ingredients and some basic cooking techniques. By following this recipe and using the right combination of seasonings and sauces, you can create a dish that's both flavorful and crispy, with a tangy and spicy kick from the hot sauce and Worcestershire sauce. Whether you're a seasoned cook or a newcomer to the kitchen, this recipe is sure to impress even the most discerning palates.

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barbecue sauce i have my oven preheated to 425 i'm gonna bake this on the center rack for about 30 minutes while that's baking i'm gonna get started on my carolina barbecue sauce of course mustard got some of that brown sugar some granulated sugar apple cider vinegar it's real tangy some worcestershire add a little saltiness and some hot sauce got my burner on medium-low heat i got about a little over a cup of yellow mustard i'm going to use a cup of light brown sugar this carolina barbecue sauce is going to be sweet and tangy i'm gonna add about a half a cup of granulated sugar sean worcestershire sauce about a tablespoon third cup of apple cider vinegar and a few dashes of hot sauce i like it a little spicy not too much but that sugar is definitely going to help mellow out some of that spice use my whisk now the longer you cook carolina barbecue sauce the darker it gets so it's going to get a golden yellow color all right so there's really nothing else to do with this i'm going to let it simmer for about 10 to 15 minutes my sauce is looking great you want to take the chicken out of the oven brush it with a little bit of the sauce pop it back in the oven and let it cook for an additional 15 minutes look at that and they almost look like fried wings see and to think they're just getting started just gonna take some of the sauce and mop it on there look at that color it's going to continue to get crispy i'm going to lock in some of that sauce and that flavor whoo and you know i'm going to flip them over and do the same thing to the back all sides need love you know along with the dip i think this is going to be a hit i'm just going to flip them over and put some barbecue sauce on this side and actually i'm gonna put it back in the oven like this skin side down so this side can get a little crispy too my oven is still at 425. i'm gonna pop it back in there and let it bake for an additional 15 minutes the wings are almost done oh look at that y'all to make sure that 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