Description

Sweet and Sour ‘Bat’ Wings are a spooky and flavorful Halloween twist on classic chicken wings. These whole three-joint chicken wings are coated in a distinctive black barbecue sauce made with pineapple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, black gel food colorant, honey, and vinegar. Crispy on the outside and tender inside, these wings are perfect for Halloween parties or potlucks, combining fun presentation with a delicious sweet and sour taste.

Ingredients

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Chicken Wings

3 lbs whole chicken wings (3 joint chicken wings)

Sweet and Sour Sauce

3/4 cup pineapple juice
2 tbsp brown sugar
1/4 cup ketchup
2 tbsp Worcestershire sauce
1 tsp Black Gel Food Colorant
1/4 cup honey
2 tbsp rice vinegar or apple cider vinegar

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Instructions

Prepare the Sauce: In a medium bowl, combine pineapple juice, brown sugar, ketchup, Worcestershire sauce, black gel food colorant, honey, and vinegar. Whisk thoroughly until the sauce is smooth and the color is evenly distributed.
Coat the Wings: Place the whole chicken wings in a large mixing bowl and pour the prepared sweet and sour sauce over them. Toss well to ensure all wings are evenly coated with the black sauce.
Marinate: For best flavor, let the wings marinate in the refrigerator for at least 30 minutes to allow the sauce to penetrate the meat.
Cook the Wings: Preheat the oven to 400°F (200°C). Arrange the wings in a single layer on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or a wire rack. Bake for approximately 40 minutes, turning halfway through to ensure even cooking and caramelization. The wings should be crispy on the outside and fully cooked through.
Serve: Remove from the oven and let them rest for a few minutes. Serve immediately for a spooky, flavorful Halloween appetizer.

Notes

These wings are perfect for Halloween parties or themed potlucks, especially with their spooky black color.
Using black gel food colorant ensures a vibrant deep black without affecting the flavor.
For extra crispiness, you can broil the wings for an additional 2-3 minutes at the end of baking, watching carefully to prevent burning.
The three-joint whole wings ensure a juicy interior and crispy exterior when cooked properly.
You can substitute rice vinegar with apple cider vinegar depending on your preference.

Nutrition

Serving Size: 1 serving
Calories: 181 kcal
Sugar: 11 g
Sodium: 128 mg
Fat: 10 g
Saturated Fat: 3 g
Unsaturated Fat: 6 g
Trans Fat: 0.1 g
Carbohydrates: 12 g
Fiber: 0.1 g
Protein: 11 g
Cholesterol: 47 mg