The Best White Wings Recipe in Austin, Texas

This recipe will guide you in creating the best white wings, a popular dish in Austin, Texas. The marinade is full of flavor, ensuring tender and juicy chicken. Grilling the wings gives them a smoky and charred taste, perfect for any barbecue or game day party. Serve them with your favorite dipping sauce and enjoy these delicious bites of Texan goodness!

Ingredients

• 2 pounds chicken wings
• 1/4 cup olive oil
• 2 tablespoons lime juice
• 1 tablespoon chili powder
• 1 tablespoon cumin
• 1 tablespoon garlic powder
• 1 tablespoon onion powder
• 1 teaspoon salt
• 1 teaspoon black pepper
• 1/2 teaspoon cayenne pepper
• 2 cups wood chips (for smoking)
• Your favorite barbecue sauce (for serving)

Directions

1. In a large bowl, combine the olive oil, lime juice, chili powder, cumin, garlic powder, onion powder, salt, black pepper, and cayenne pepper. Mix well to create the marinade.
2. Add the chicken wings to the marinade and toss until well coated. Cover the bowl with plastic wrap and allow the wings to marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes, or up to overnight for maximum flavor.
3. Prepare your grill for indirect grilling. If using a charcoal grill, light the charcoal and let it burn until covered with white ash. Push the hot coals to one side of the grill, creating a hot and a cool zone. If using a gas grill, preheat one side on high heat and leave the other side off.
4. Soak the wood chips in water for 30 minutes, then drain. If using a charcoal grill, scatter the soaked wood chips over the hot coals. If using a gas grill, place the drained wood chips in a smoke box or aluminum foil packet and place it directly on the lit burner.
5. Place the chicken wings on the cool side of the grill, away from direct heat. Close the grill lid and let the wings smoke for 25-35 minutes, or until they reach an internal temperature of 165°F (74°C).
6. Once the wings are done smoking, move them to the hot side of the grill and brush them with your favorite barbecue sauce. Grill for an additional 5 minutes, turning occasionally, until the sauce is caramelized and sticky.
7. Remove the wings from the grill and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve hot with extra barbecue sauce on the side for dipping.

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