Grilling Season : A New Idea for Wings

 

Spring had a good idea this year; by being (fashionably?) late, we appreciate it more. Most of us are chompin' at the bit for outdoor activities before Summer's heat drives us back inside again.

And, around these parts, I have NEVER seen Red-bud trees look as magnificent as they do this year.

It won't last long, though. Today it is "snowing" again...snowing blossoms from trees, that is. But it's a lovely kind of "snow", warm and fragrant, setting the stage for a relaxing Sunday meal outside.

I popped over to Noel's website, apronfreecooking.com/ to see if she had any thoughts on this subject that I could "borrow" for today's post. As usual, she did not disappoint. Here is a recipe she posted for grilled chicken wings.

I am intrigued by this recipe. I mean, chipotle, maple and watermelon together? Sounds interesting..and the  picture...well, it is "worth a thousand words", so I'll stop typing now :)

Marcheta *something borrowed, something new

P.S. the recipe says that you can use a "light version" of maple syrup. To me, this means 'fake'. When I make the recipe I will use Pure Ohio Maple Syrup that I buy from local producers. Ain't nothin' like the real thing, baby!

 

Chipotle Maple Citrus Watermelon Wings

Ingredients

Watermelon Glaze:

• 2 cups watermelon puree
• Juice from 3 fresh lemons
• 1 tablespoon lemon zest
• 1/2 cup maple syrup (can use light version)
• 1/2 teaspoon cinnamon
• 1/2 teaspoon ground chipotle pepper, or to taste

Chicken:

• Chicken wings or drumettes
• 2 cups pineapple juice
• 1/2 cup soy sauce
• 1 tablespoon minced fresh ginger
• 3 cloves minced fresh garlic

Preparation

1. To prepare the watermelon glaze, simmer ingredients together in a heavy saucepan for 20 minutes or until sauce is thick. Makes 2 cups. Keep warm.
2. To prepare the chicken, place the chicken in a large zipper lock bag with rest of the ingredients and seal tightly. Allow to marinate at least 2 hours or up to 12. Grill until cooked and arrange on a warm platter. Pour the glaze over the chicken and serve immediately.

SOURCE:
National Watermelon Promotion Board