Red Hot Hibiscus BBQ Wings Recipe

Tender, meaty, bone-in chicken wings coated in a unique BBQ sauce that combines a spicy kick with the tart, tangy and subtly floral notes of hibiscus. Paired with a bright, crisp and slightly sweet jicama slaw, this meal is sure to have customers coming back for more.

Step 1: Deep-fry wings from frozen at 350°F for 5-6 minutes, ensuring the fry basked is no more than half full and agitating basket at midpoint of fry time. Remove from fryer and set aside.

Step 2: Add wings to bowl of red hot hibiscus BBQ sauce and toss until wings are evenly coated.

Step 3: Add sauced wings to service plate and pair with side of Jicama Slaw. Serve immediately. 

Sub-Recipe Directions

Red Hot Hibiscus BBQ Sauce Recipe

Step 1: Steep hibiscus flowers in boiling water for 15-20 minutes. Strain and reserve liquid ("hibiscus tea"), discard of flowers. 

Step 2: Combine tomato paste, apple cider vinegar, honey, dried spices and salt into a blender. Add hibiscus tea and blend on medium until smooth.

Step 3: Pour liquid into medium sized mixing bowl and fold-in the salsa macha or Mexican chili crisp until well combined.

Step 4: Cover and hold under refrigeration until used in final build.

Jicama Slaw

Step 1: Cut vegetables and herbs according to ingredient list. 

Step 2: Combine all ingredients in mixing bowl. Cover and allow to marinate under refrigeration for 20-minutes to 24-hours before using.

Step 3: Chef's Tip: for a fresher appearance, wait until service to cut and add cilantro and scallion ingredients.