SMOKED WINGS IN ALABAMA WHITE SAUCE

Smoked Wings in Alabama White Sauce image

Provided by Food Network

Time 3h

Yield 15 to 20 servings

Number Of Ingredients 20

2 cups kosher salt
1 1/2 cups light brown sugar
1/2 cup paprika
1/2 cup white sugar
3 tablespoons lemon pepper
2 tablespoons chili powder
1 tablespoon freshly cracked black pepper
1 tablespoon cayenne pepper
4 teaspoons dry mustard
1 teaspoon garlic powder
40 pounds chicken wings
Alabama White Sauce, for serving, recipe follows
4 cups mayonnaise
2 cups cider vinegar
3 tablespoons white sugar
2 tablespoons ground black pepper
2 tablespoons kosher salt
1 tablespoon chili powder
1 tablespoon Worcestershire sauce
1 teaspoon minced garlic

Steps:

Prepare a smoker to 250 degrees F.
For the rub: Combine the salt, brown sugar, paprika, white sugar, lemon pepper, chili powder, black pepper, cayenne pepper, dry mustard and garlic powder in a large bowl.
For the wings: Wash and drain the chicken wings in a 2-compartment sink. Drain in a colander and move to a large mixing bowl. Sprinkle with 1 cup of the rub and toss. Distribute the wings evenly on smoker racks. Smoke for 2 1/2 hours. Place in a cooler overnight. When ready to eat, fry a serving for 1 to 2 minutes in hot oil and toss in some Alabama white sauce.
Mix the mayonnaise, vinegar, white sugar, black pepper, kosher salt, chili powder, Worcestershire sauce and minced garlic in a bowl.