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Harissa Chicken Wings

  • Prep Time:
  • 30 mins
  • Cook Time:
  • 45 mins
  • Total Time:
  • 1 hour(s)
  • 15 mins

In this complexly flavored take on Buffalo wings, Harissa, a traditional North African hot sauce, brings a punch of heat, while preserved lemons add brightness. Serve with cilantro yogurt dipping sauce to cool the mouth.

Serves 6

Ingredients

Harissa Wing Sauce:

Chicken Wings:

  • 3 pounds chicken wings, tips removed, cut into two pieces at the joint
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour
  • salt & pepper
  • Canola oil, for frying

Instructions

For the harissa wing sauce: Place all sauce ingredients in a blender and blend until smooth. Pour the sauce into a large bowl (big enough to toss cooked wings in) and set aside.

For the chicken wings: Season the flour with salt and pepper to taste and spread in a shallow dish. Dredge the chicken wings in flour, shake off any excess and place on a baking sheet. 

Add 3-4 inches of oil to a deep, heavy bottomed pot. Heat the oil over medium high heat until it registers 375°F on a deep-fry thermometer. Fry the chicken in batches until golden brown on each side and cooked through, about 10 minutes. Remove the chicken from the pan and drain on a paper towel-lined plate.

To assemble: Add the chicken wings to the large bowl of wing sauce and toss to coat. Arrange the wings on a serving platter and dig in! For a cooling side, try dipping these fiery wings into Cilantro Yogurt Sauce.