Nutmeg Free Beet & Ginger Buffalo Wings
These wings are a bold, vibrant twist on a game-day classic, built around a deeply savory beet buffalo sauce that turns a striking, jewel-toned red and clings to every crispy piece. Roasting the wings on a wire rack at high heat does all the heavy lifting, giving you shatteringly crisp skin without a drop of frying oil. The sauce is where things get really interesting — roasted beet blended smooth with apple cider vinegar, coconut aminos, honey, fresh ginger, and garlic creates a tangy, slightly sweet heat that feels completely unlike anything from a bottle. Coconut oil ties it all together, adding a subtle richness that rounds out the acidity beautifully. Many classic wing sauces and spice blends sneak in warm baking spices that can be a problem for people avoiding certain seasonings, but every ingredient here is straightforward and easy to verify. The turmeric and fresh ginger do the heavy lifting on depth and warmth, so nothing feels missing. Finish with a scatter of fresh parsley and a pile of celery sticks, and you've got a platter that looks as impressive as it tastes.
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4 servings
For the wings
- 2 lb chicken wings, split into flats and drumettes, tips removed
- 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp salt
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp ground ginger
For the beet buffalo sauce
- 1 medium beet (about 6 oz), roasted, peeled, and roughly chopped
- 3 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 1 tbsp honey
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- ¼ tsp salt
- 2 tbsp coconut oil
For serving
- 2 tbsp fresh parsley, roughly chopped (optional)
- celery sticks, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Set a wire rack inside a rimmed baking sheet and lightly grease the rack with coconut oil.
- 2
Pat the chicken wings thoroughly dry with paper towels. In a large mixing bowl, toss the wings with 1 tbsp melted coconut oil, 1 tsp salt, 1/2 tsp turmeric, and 1/4 tsp ground ginger until evenly coated. Arrange in a single layer on the prepared rack, leaving space between each piece.
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