π¦ Ingredients (serves 4β6)
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2β3 lbs (900β1,400g) turkey wings
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2 tablespoons olive oil
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Salt and black pepper, to taste
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4 cloves garlic, minced
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1/4 cup (60ml) honey
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1/4 cup (60ml) soy sauce
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2 tablespoons apple cider vinegar or rice vinegar
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1 teaspoon smoked paprika (optional)
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1/4 teaspoon red pepper flakes (optional, for heat)
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2 tablespoons water + 1 teaspoon cornstarch (optional, for thicker glaze)
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Sesame seeds and chopped green onions for garnish
π₯ Instructions
Oven-Baked Version
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Preheat oven:
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375Β°F (190Β°C). Line a baking sheet with foil and place a rack on top (optional).
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Prepare turkey wings:
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Pat wings dry, then rub with olive oil, salt, pepper, and smoked paprika.
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Place on the rack or baking sheet.
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Bake:
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Bake for 45β60 minutes, turning halfway, until wings are cooked through and skin is golden.
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Make honey garlic sauce:
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In a small saucepan over medium heat, combine garlic, honey, soy sauce, vinegar, and red pepper flakes.
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Simmer for 3β5 minutes until slightly thickened.
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Optional: mix cornstarch and water, then stir in to make a thicker glaze.
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Coat wings:
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Brush the sauce over the baked wings and return to the oven for 5β10 minutes to caramelize.
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Serve:
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Garnish with sesame seeds and chopped green onions. Serve hot!
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Optional Slow Cooker Version
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Season wings and place in slow cooker.
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Mix honey, soy sauce, garlic, vinegar, paprika, and red pepper flakes; pour over wings.
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Cook on LOW 4β5 hours or HIGH 2β3 hours until tender.
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Optional: Broil wings 3β5 minutes after cooking for crispy skin.
β Tips:
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Use a meat thermometer to ensure wings reach 165Β°F (74Β°C).
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Add ginger or a splash of orange juice for extra depth.
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These wings pair well with rice, roasted veggies, or a crisp salad.
I can also give you a sticky, crispy fried version of honey garlic turkey wings if you want them extra indulgent. Do you want me to do that?