Pizza Hut and Dominos will sell 29 million slices.
But back to the wings.
If you’re going in, you might as well go all in.
So we asked Robert Quintana, chef and author ofWing It!
The beer coats the mouth, without being heavy, and will compliment the intense flavors of both recipes.
And calling all vegetarians: Quintana says you’re able to swap out the chicken for cauliflower.
Buffalo Hot Wings
Heat Index 9 out of 10Serves 6Allow 2 hours preparation time.
Don’t be freaked by the long ingredient list.
“The sauce is only a once a year proposition,” Quintana says.
“But bragging rights go on for the whole year!”
Let the wings brine for 2 hours in the refrigerator.
Remove wings and dry with paper towels.
In a medium saucepan, heat the butter and garlic, letting the butter brown on low temperature.
Add the cayenne and pequin chiles and let cook for 30 seconds.
Remove from heat, puree in a blender, and strain.
Preheat deep fryer to 260 degrees with the recommended amount of oil for your machine.
Cook the wings slowly for 12 minutes.
Move wings to a plate and heat the oil to 375 degrees.
Place wings back in oil and crisp the skins for 4 minutes.
**Alternatively, you could skip the frying and bake the wings at 350 degrees for 35 minutes.
The wings should reach an internal temperature of 165 degrees.
Serve with Blue Cheese dressing and these not-your-average crudite: sliced jicama, apples, and Belgian endive.
Quintana said the combo should help the garlic breath sitch.
Toss to coat and marinate in refrigerator for 2 hours.
Preheat oven to 325 degrees.
Cut the garlic heads in half and place in a large roasting pan with the marinated wings.
Add the oil, wine, and lemons.
Cook for 1 hour, stirring every 20 minutes.
Remove pan from oven and remove the garlic cloves from the bulbs.
Place the wings in a large nonstick frying pan and crisp the skin when you are ready to serve.
Add the garlic cloves and lemons to the pan with the wings.
If you like, garnish with some raw thin sliced garlic and fresh lemon juice.
Photo Credit: Jon Edwards
