Yuzu Lemon Pepper Wings

Enjoy these crispy, flavorful wings with a refreshing twist on the classic lemon pepper. These Yuzu lemon pepper wings are something to talk about. The secret ingredient is the Trader Joe’s Yuzu Miso (I’m not sponsored but it’s that good).

Serves 4

Chicken Wing Ingredients:

• 2 lbs chicken wings, cleaned

• 1 tbsp olive oil

• 1 tsp smoked paprika

• 1 tsp garlic powder

• 1 tsp onion powder

• 1 tsp cracked black pepper

• 1 tsp paprika

• 1 tsp kosher salt

• 1 tsp lemon pepper seasoning

• 1 tsp baking powder

Yuzu Lemon Pepper Sauce:

• 1 stick unsalted butter

• Zest of 1 lemon

• Juice of 1 lemon

• 2 tsp lemon pepper seasoning

• 2 tbsp Trader Joe’s Yuzu Miso

Instructions:

1. Prepare the Wings:

• In a large bowl, add the cleaned chicken wings.

• Drizzle the wings with olive oil and add all the seasonings: smoked paprika, garlic powder, onion powder, cracked black pepper, paprika, kosher salt, lemon pepper, and baking powder. 

  Pro Tip: Season until it looks seasoned

• Toss the wings until they’re evenly coated with the seasoning mixture.

2. Air Fry the Wings:

• Preheat your air fryer to 400°F.

• Place the seasoned wings in a single layer in the air fryer basket.

• Cook for 25 minutes, flipping the wings halfway through, until crispy and golden brown. The internal temperature should reach 165°F.

3. Make the Sauce:

• While the wings are cooking, prepare your sauce

4. Yuzu Lemon Pepper Sauce:

• In a medium pot over low heat, melt the stick of unsalted butter.

• Add lemon zest, lemon juice, lemon pepper seasoning, yuzu miso

• Simmer for 5 minutes, stirring to combine the flavors.

5. Toss and Serve:

• Once the wings are done, transfer them to a large mixing bowl.

• Pour your chosen sauce over the wings and toss until evenly coated.

• Serve immediately and enjoy!