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Alabama Firecrackers

Alabama Firecrackers
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Alabama Firecrackers are a bold, spicy snack featuring crispy chicken wings coated in a flavorful flour mixture and tossed in a buttery hot sauce glaze. Perfect for game days, parties, or anytime you crave a fiery, crunchy appetizer, this recipe offers an easy way to customize heat levels and enjoy a satisfying crunch with every bite.

Ingredients

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Chicken Wings and Coating

  • 2 lbs chicken wings, patted dry
  • 1 cup all-purpose flour (or rice flour/gluten-free blend for gluten-free option)
  • 1 tsp garlic powder
  • 1 tsp salt
  • ½ tsp black pepper

Sauce

  • ½ cup hot sauce (adjust amount for heat preference)
  • 4 tbsp unsalted butter
  • ½ tsp garlic powder

Instructions

  1. Prepare the Wings: Pat the chicken wings dry thoroughly with paper towels to ensure the coating sticks well and the wings crisp up during cooking.
  2. Mix the Coating: In a mixing bowl, combine the flour (or gluten-free alternative), garlic powder, salt, and pepper to create a flavorful and crispy coating.
  3. Coat the Wings: Toss each wing in the flour mixture, making sure every piece is evenly and thoroughly coated for maximum crunch.
  4. Fry or Bake: For the crispiest wings, deep fry at 350°F until golden and cooked through, or bake in the oven at 400°F for about 35-40 minutes, flipping halfway, until crisp and golden.
  5. Prepare the Sauce: While wings cook, melt unsalted butter and mix it with hot sauce and garlic powder to create a spicy, buttery glaze.
  6. Toss and Serve: Once the wings are cooked, immediately toss them in the prepared sauce until evenly coated. Serve hot with your choice of garnishes and sides.

Notes

  • Patting wings completely dry before coating ensures extra crispiness.
  • For deeper flavor, marinate wings briefly in hot sauce before coating.
  • Use a large bowl or zip-lock bag to coat wings evenly with flour mixture.
  • If frying, maintain oil temperature at 350°F to avoid greasy wings.
  • Use unsalted butter to better control the saltiness of the sauce.
  • Customize heat by adjusting the amount of hot sauce or adding spices like cayenne or ghost pepper.
  • Vegetarian option: substitute chicken wings with cauliflower florets.

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