JUICY BAT WINGS

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These wings are guaranteed to have your guests licking their fingers clean! If desired, you can replace the seasonings listed in the recipe with 1/4 cup purchased blackened seasoning. -Corey Russo, Orono, Minnesota

Provided by Taste of Home

Time 30m

Yield about 1 dozen.

Number Of Ingredients 11

Ingredients

Oil for deep-fat frying
2-1/2 to 3 pounds chicken wings
1/2 cup cider vinegar
1/2 cup honey
1 tablespoon dried thyme
2 teaspoons sugar
1 teaspoon each salt, onion powder, garlic powder, paprika and pepper
1/2 teaspoon ground cumin
1/2 teaspoon dried oregano
1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
1/4 teaspoon ground nutmeg

Steps:

In an electric skillet or deep-fat fryer, heat oil to 375°. Fry chicken wings, a few at a time, for 3-4 minutes on each side or until juices run clear. Drain on paper towels; keep warm., Meanwhile, in a small saucepan, combine the remaining ingredients. Bring to a boil; cook until liquid is syrupy and reduced by about half, keeping face away from mixture as odor is very strong. Place chicken wings in a large bowl; drizzle with syrup and toss to coat.

Nutrition Facts : Calories 193 calories, Fat 13g fat (2g saturated fat), Cholesterol 24mg cholesterol, Sodium 183mg sodium, Carbohydrate 11g carbohydrate (10g sugars, Fiber 0 fiber), Protein 8g protein.