Citric Acid Free Cilantro-Lime Chicken Wings
Bright, herby, and deeply savory, these oven-baked wings are the kind of crowd-pleaser that disappears fast. The marinade leans on fresh lime juice, coconut aminos, ginger, and turmeric to build layers of flavor without relying on any processed citric acid additives — just real, whole ingredients doing all the work. Coconut aminos step in where soy sauce might otherwise introduce unwanted additives, keeping everything clean and straightforward. A double hit of cilantro and lime zest in both the marinade and the finishing herb drizzle means every bite is punchy and fresh rather than flat. Baking on a wire rack at high heat gives the skin that satisfying golden crispness you'd expect from a fryer, no deep-frying required. The reserved herb drizzle spooned over the top right before serving is the move that takes these from weeknight dinner to something you'd genuinely want to put in front of guests.
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4 servings
For the wings
- 2 ½ lb chicken wings, split at the joint, wing tips removed
- 3 tbsp fresh lime juice (from about 2 limes)
- 2 tbsp coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 3 cloves garlic, finely minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- ½ tsp ground turmeric
- 1 tsp sea salt
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 tbsp lime zest (from about 2 limes)
For the herb drizzle
- 2 tbsp fresh lime juice
- 2 tbsp extra-virgin olive oil
- ¼ cup fresh cilantro, finely chopped
- 1 clove garlic, finely minced
- ¼ tsp sea salt
For serving
- lime wedges, for serving (optional)
- fresh cilantro sprigs, for serving (optional)
Instructions
- 1
In a large mixing bowl, whisk together the 3 tbsp lime juice, coconut aminos, melted coconut oil, 3 minced garlic cloves, grated ginger, turmeric, 1 tsp salt, 1/4 cup chopped cilantro, and lime zest until combined. Reserve 2 tablespoons of this marinade in a small bowl and set aside — this reserved portion will be used as a finishing glaze. Add the chicken wings to the remaining marinade and toss to coat thoroughly.
- 2
Cover the bowl and refrigerate for at least 1 hour, or up to 8 hours.
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