Mexican Buffalo Wings with Salsa Sauce

Chicken wings coated in a spicy, tomato-based rub are baked and served with fresh salsa for a Buffalo-meets-Mexico flavor fusion.

• Preparation Time: 20 mins
• Cooking Time: 20 mins
• Total Time: 40 mins
• Calories: 57 Calories

Ingredients

• 2 tablespoons lemon juice
• salt to taste
• 1 pinch white sugar
• 1 teaspoon ground black pepper
• 1 teaspoon ground cumin
• 1 tablespoon chili sauce
• 3 medium tomatoes, diced
• 1 teaspoon ground coriander
• 1 small red onion, diced
• 2 tablespoons tomato sauce
• 2 tablespoons cayenne pepper
• 1 small yellow onion, diced
• 1 tablespoon minced jalapeno pepper
• 2 tablespoons coconut sugar
• 15 chicken wings
• 0.5 cup chopped fresh cilantro

Recipe Instructions

Step 1

Mix tomato sauce, coconut sugar, cayenne, chili sauce, cumin, coriander, pepper, and salt together in a large bowl. Add chicken wings; toss to coat. Let marinate in the refrigerator for 20 minutes.

Step 2

Preheat the oven to 425 degrees F (220 degrees C). Line a baking sheet with aluminum foil and place an oven-proof wire rack over the foil. Place marinated wings on the rack.

Step 3

Bake in the preheated oven until wings are browned and dry, about 20 minutes.

Step 4

Meanwhile, combine tomatoes, onions, cilantro, lemon juice, jalapeno, sugar, and salt in a bowl to make the salsa.

Step 5

Transfer chicken wings to a large plate and pour salsa over the top.