Guava Glazed Wings with Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

Wings are the perfect snack. They are not heavy; they are both sweet and salty, satisfying most people's taste buds. You can customize the flavour profile via seasoning rub, marinade or sauce to toss in after cooking.

How long should chicken wings cook?

Instead of deep-frying, you can bake wings twice to get the ultimate texture without drying them out. You can put them in the oven with the glaze, but I've found that since this is typically high in sugar, your coating will burn before the wings are cooked through and crisp! Once seasoned, bake for 25 minutes at 425F. Flip them over, then cook at 375F for 15-20 minutes until golden caramelized and crispy. 

What do guavas taste like?

Growing up in Zimbabwe, I was fortunate enough to have a guava tree in the garden. Although this fruit is not native to southern Africa, it's now a commonly consumed fruit, enjoyed in the form of juice or eaten as is. Guavas can be hard to come by in the US, but you can typically find the juice, nectar or paste in many grocery stores, which can be reduced to a glaze with honey and soy sauce over the stovetop. I wanted to bring this tropical flavour to life and leverage the sweetness and acidity. To that end, what does guava taste like? I would say a combination of melon and pear, but that depends on your taste buds! Either way, they are delicious.

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Guava Glazed Wings with Air Fryer Sweet Potato Fries

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A finger-licking combination never gets old! Try this version to make things interesting, and get your sweet and salty fix to soothe cravings while sipping cocktails or entertaining on game night.

Prep time: 30 MinCook time: 1 HourTotal time: 1 H & 30 M

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Wings:

• 2 lbs. organic chicken wings
• 1/4 cup canola oil
• 1/4 cup spice for rice
• 4 tablespoons paprika
• 1 tablespoon sesame seeds
• 1 tablespoon dried or fresh parsley

Glaze:

• 2 cans (9.6 ounces) guava nectar
• 2 tablespoons soy sauce
• 1/4 cup honey

Fries:

• 2 large sweet potatoes
• 2 tablespoons canola oil
• 1 tablespoon dried rosemary
• 2 tablespoons Old Bay seasoning
• 1 tablespoon smoked paprika
• 1 tablespoon cornstarch
• Cooking oil spray

Instructions

1. In a large bowl, add the oil and seasoning. Add the chicken and toss; sit for 10-15 minutes. Transfer to a parchment-lined baking tray and bake at 425F for 25 minutes. Don't pile the wings on top of each other! Turn over each wing, and reduce the heat to 350F. Bake again for 15-20 minutes until caramelised and golden.
2. While the wings cook, add the nectar to a nonstick saucepan and bring to a boil. Reduce heat to low, then add the honey and soy sauce and simmer, frequently stirring, until it thickens.
3. Peel and cut the sweet potatoes into thin rectangular shapes (your choice depending on how you like your fries).
4. Toss the sweet potatoes in the cornstarch until evenly coated in another bowl. Drizzle with the oil and toss until evenly coated, then season.
5. Line the air fryer with foil, then add the sweet potatoes to the air fryer. Spray with the cooking oil, then cook at 400F for 7 minutes. Toss, then cook for another 7 minutes or until crispy. If you need to, cook the fries in batches.
6. Once the wings are done, toss in the guava sauce. Serve hot with the fries and extra sauce, garnish with sesame seeds and parsley.

Nutrition Facts

Calories

592

Fat (grams)

25.8

Carbs (grams)

44

Sugar (grams)

20.6

Protein (grams)

48.3

I am not a certified nutritionist and any nutritional information on dontmissmyplate.com should only be used as a general guideline.

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