Name: Grilled Chimichurri Chicken Wings
Prep time: 15 min
Cook time: 30 min
Total time: 45 min
Yield: 4 servings
Cuisine: South American
Ingredients: 10 cloves garlic, sliced; 1 small shallot, chopped; 1 bunch cilantro; 2 habanero peppers; 1/2 lime, juiced; 3 tbsp red wine vinegar; 1 tbsp dried oregano; 1 tbsp onion powder; 1 tbsp kosher salt; 1 tbsp smoked paprika; 1/2 cup olive oil; 3 lbs chicken wings; 1 wood chunk for smoking

1

In a food processor, combine sliced garlic, chopped shallot, cilantro, habanero peppers, lime juice, red wine vinegar, dried oregano, onion powder, kosher salt, and smoked paprika.

2

Pulse the ingredients until finely chopped, then stream in the olive oil to combine. The sauce should be coarse, not a smooth puree.

3

In a large bowl, add a few spoonfuls of the chimichurri sauce to the raw chicken wings and toss to marinate. Reserve the rest of the sauce for later.

4

Prepare a charcoal grill for indirect heat. Place the marinated wings around the outer edge of the grill grate, away from the direct heat of the coals.

5

For extra flavor, add a wood chunk directly onto the hot coals to create smoke.

6

Grill the wings, turning occasionally, until they are cooked through, golden brown, and crispy. This should take about 25-30 minutes.

7

Once cooked, transfer the hot wings to a clean, large bowl.

8

Pour the reserved chimichurri sauce over the hot wings.

9

Toss the wings thoroughly to ensure they are evenly coated in the sauce.

10

Serve immediately, with extra sauce for dipping if desired.