Gelatin Free Cilantro-Lime Chicken Wings
Bright, citrusy, and packed with fresh herb flavor, these oven-baked chicken wings are the kind of crowd-pleaser that disappears fast. The marinade layers fresh lime juice, lime zest, coconut aminos, garlic, ginger, and turmeric into something genuinely bold — and a reserved portion gets whisked into a vibrant herb drizzle that goes on right before serving. Every single ingredient here is naturally free of animal-derived gelling agents, so there's no need to scrutinize labels or swap anything out. Coconut aminos stand in beautifully for soy sauce while keeping the whole recipe clean and straightforward. Baking the wings on a wire rack at high heat gets the skin deep golden and crisp without any frying, which means less mess and more flavor. The finishing drizzle of olive oil, cilantro, garlic, and lime ties everything together with a fresh, punchy brightness that makes these wings feel restaurant-worthy. Serve them straight from the oven with extra lime wedges and you've got a dish that's as easy to pull off as it is impressive.
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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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