Citrus Free Ginger-Scallion Chicken Wings
Sticky, golden, and loaded with bold flavor, these oven-roasted wings hit every note you want from a crowd-pleasing appetizer or weeknight dinner. The turmeric and coconut oil give the skin a gorgeous deep color and satisfying crispness straight from the oven — no deep fryer needed. What makes this recipe especially smart for anyone avoiding citrus is the sauce: instead of the usual orange juice or lime that shows up in so many wing glazes, the depth and brightness here come entirely from apple cider vinegar, coconut aminos, honey, and a generous hit of fresh ginger and garlic. The arrowroot slurry pulls the sauce together into a glossy, clingy coating that clings to every piece without any citrus required. Scallions scattered over the top add a fresh, mild bite that ties everything together beautifully. Toss the wings straight from the oven into the sauce while they're still hot so every surface gets coated, then get them to the table fast — these go quickly.
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4 servings
For the wings
- 2 lb chicken wings, split at the joint, tips removed
- 1 tbsp coconut oil, melted
- 1 tsp fine sea salt
- 1 tsp ground turmeric
For the sauce
- ¼ cup coconut aminos
- 2 tbsp apple cider vinegar
- 1 tbsp honey
- 1 tbsp fresh ginger, finely grated
- 3 cloves garlic, finely grated
- 1 tsp arrowroot starch
- 1 tbsp cold water
For serving
- 4 scallions, thinly sliced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, finely grated (optional)
Instructions
- 1
Preheat the oven to 425°F (220°C). Set a wire rack inside a large rimmed baking sheet and lightly grease the rack with a little coconut oil.
- 2
Pat the chicken wings thoroughly dry with paper towels. In a large bowl, toss the wings with the melted coconut oil, sea salt, and turmeric until evenly coated.
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