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Irresistible Mango Habanero Wings

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Baked crispy wings with mango and habanero kick. Done in around 1 hour. Spice up or tone down with seed adjustments.
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Updated on Tue, 11 Mar 2025 16:06:38 GMT
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This signature mango habanero wing recipe came from endless kitchen experimentation to perfect that elusive sweet-heat balance. The natural sweetness of fresh mango combines with the intense heat of habanero peppers to create wings that deliver an unforgettable flavor experience. The result is a perfectly balanced sauce that coats ultra-crispy wings.

Key Ingredients

  • Fresh, ripe mangoes
  • Habanero peppers
  • Pure maple syrup
  • Fresh-squeezed lime juice
  • Aluminum-free baking powder

Using aluminum-free baking powder is essential for achieving maximum crispiness. The natural sugars in the mango help create perfect caramelization while the habaneros provide deep, complex heat.

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Preparation Method

  1. Line baking sheet with foil and position wire rack
  2. Pat wings completely dry
  3. Season wings thoroughly with spice mixture
  4. Process mango and habaneros until smooth
  5. Blend in maple syrup and lime juice
  6. Adjust seasoning and heat level to taste

Serving Suggestions

Serve alongside cooling ranch or blue cheese dressing. Include fresh celery and carrot sticks to help balance the heat. Provide additional sauce options with varying heat levels to accommodate different preferences. Cold beverages are essential accompaniments.

Recipe Variations

The base recipe can be modified by adjusting the mango-to-habanero ratio. Add bourbon for depth, increase habaneros for more heat, or incorporate additional fruits like pineapple or peach. Each variation maintains the core sweet-heat profile while offering unique flavor dimensions.

Professional Tips

Using a wire rack ensures even cooking. When preparing the sauce, blend ingredients gradually to prevent aerosolizing the peppers. Test sauce heat levels before applying to wings. The sauce develops more complex flavors when prepared in advance.

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Large Batch Preparation

For serving crowds, prepare sauce 24 hours ahead. Set up multiple sauce stations with clearly marked heat levels. Calculate 6-8 wings per person. Keep sauced and plain wings separate to accommodate varying preferences.

Final Guidelines

Bring wings to room temperature before cooking. Maintain adequate spacing on baking sheets. Sample sauce before coating wings. Reserve plain wings for those sensitive to spice. Focus on achieving consistent results through careful preparation and proper technique.

Frequently Asked Questions

→ How hot is the sauce?
Adjust spice level by controlling the number of seeds: no seeds for mild, 2 peppers for medium, or keep all 3 for fiery hot!
→ Can I cook with whole wings?
Sure! Just separate flats and drumettes at the joints. Save wing tips for stock if you like.
→ Are frozen wings okay to use?
Definitely, but make sure to thaw them completely before starting.
→ Can the sauce be prepped in advance?
Yes, just stash it airtight in the fridge. Let it warm to room temperature before using.
→ Why add baking powder?
It’s the trick to getting that crispy, crunchy texture while baking.

Mango Hot Wings

Oven-baked wings covered in a tangy mango habanero sauce with the ideal mix of heat and sweetness.

Prep Time
20 Minutes
Cook Time
45 Minutes
Total Time
65 Minutes
By: Rose

Category: Starters & Snacks

Difficulty: Intermediate

Cuisine: American-Fusion

Yield: 4 Servings (20 wing pieces)

Dietary: Low-Carb, Gluten-Free, Dairy-Free

Ingredients

→ Mango Habanero Sauce

01 1 big ripe mango, skin peeled off, seed removed, and chopped into chunks
02 Three medium-sized habanero chilies
03 Three garlic cloves, coarsely diced
04 2 tablespoons of plain white vinegar
05 Juice from 3 fresh limes
06 3 tablespoons of pure maple syrup
07 Half a teaspoon of paprika powder
08 A teaspoon of salt

→ Chicken Wings

09 10 bone-in chicken wings, separated into flats and drumettes
10 1 tablespoon of baking powder (make sure it’s aluminum-free)
11 Half a teaspoon of garlic powder
12 Half a teaspoon of paprika
13 A quarter teaspoon of freshly cracked pepper
14 Half a teaspoon of salt

Instructions

Step 01

Throw the mango pieces, habaneros, garlic, vinegar, lime juice, maple syrup, paprika, and salt into a food processor. Blend until it’s completely smooth.

Step 02

Mix together the baking powder with all the seasonings in a bowl. Make sure the wings are dry, then toss them in the mixture until they’re all coated.

Step 03

Set your oven to 425°F. Cover a baking sheet with foil, place a wire rack on top, and give it a spray with non-stick cooking spray.

Step 04

Arrange wings on the rack with the skin side up. Bake for 20 minutes, flip them over, and bake another 10 minutes. Keep baking and flipping until they hit 160°F inside.

Step 05

Let the wings cool for about 5 minutes. Toss them in a bowl with a third of a cup of the sauce. Serve alongside the extra sauce.

Notes

  1. If you want it spicier, keep the seeds from 1 to 3 habaneros.
  2. You can make the sauce ahead of time and keep it in the fridge.
  3. If the wings were frozen, make sure they’re fully thawed before starting.

Tools You'll Need

  • A blender or food processor
  • A big baking sheet
  • A wire rack suitable for baking
  • A meat thermometer to check temperature

Nutrition Facts (Per Serving)

It is important to consider this information as approximate and not to use it as definitive health advice.
  • Calories: 587
  • Total Fat: 35 g
  • Total Carbohydrate: 22 g
  • Protein: 41 g