Juicy chicken wings brined in a flavorful lime and herb mixture, then broiled to perfection. Served with a creamy cilantro lime sauce, these wings are perfect for any gathering or family meal.
1: In a large pot, combine the water, onion, carrot, celery, garlic, sugar, salt, oregano, peppercorns, bay leaves, and juice from 2 limes. Bring the mixture to a simmer, then remove it from the heat and cool completely in an ice bath.
2: Once cooled, add the chicken wings to the brine, cover, and refrigerate overnight.
3: The next morning, remove the wings from the brine and pat them dry with paper towels.
4: Place the wings in a bowl and toss with baking powder to coat evenly.
5: Arrange the wings on a baking sheet lined with a wire rack. Refrigerate for 4 to 24 hours to allow the wings to dry.
6: Preheat the broiler with the oven rack positioned in the middle. Let it preheat for 10 minutes.
7: Place the wings under the broiler and cook for 20 minutes, flipping them every 5 minutes. During the last 10 minutes, monitor the wings closely to ensure even browning.
8: While the wings are cooking, blend the sour cream with 2 tablespoons of cilantro, the juice of 1 lime, and a pinch of salt until smooth.
9: Transfer the wings to a bowl and toss with the remaining tablespoon of cilantro. Serve the wings with the cilantro-lime sour cream.
