Name: Jwaneh Djej - Chicken Wings in a Tangy Sauce
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 40 min
Total time: 55 min
Yield: 3
Ingredients: 1 dozen chicken wings (minimum 4 per person as main course); 1 tbsp garlic powder; 1 tsp sweet paprika; 1 tsp white pepper; 1/2 tsp cinnamon; 1/2 tsp turmeric; 4 cloves of garlic, mashed; 1 handful chopped green coriander or parsley; Juice of 1 lemon; 1 tsp salt for the wings and 1/2 tsp for the sauce; Drizzle of olive oil to coat the chicken

"Jwaneh Djej, or Lebanese chicken wings, are marinated in a fragrant spice blend including turmeric, cinnamon, and paprika, then baked to crispy perfection. They are finished with a zesty sauce of fresh garlic, lemon juice, and chopped coriander for an irresistible tangy kick. Perfect as a mezze sharing plate or hearty main course."

Method 3 Steps

1

In a baking dish, place the chicken wings with the garlic powder, sweet paprika, turmeric, white pepper, cinnamon, salt, and olive oil. Rub and coat evenly. You can do this in advance and leave them in the refrigerator until ready to cook.
2

Then, in a bowl, mix the mashed garlic with lemon juice, coriander (or parsley), salt, and a drizzle of water. Set aside.
3

When ready to cook, bake the wings in a hot oven (200°C) until they are crispy and golden brown. When done, remove them, pour the prepared sauce on top, mix well, and return to the oven for about 10 minutes.

Jwaneh Djej - Chicken Wings in a Tangy Sauce

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