Birria Wings with Consome

Birria Wings with Consomé Recipe

Ingredients:

For the Wings:

• 2 lbs chicken wings (drumettes and flats)
• 1 tbsp olive oil
• 1 tsp garlic powder
• 1 tsp onion powder
• 1 tsp smoked paprika
• 1 tsp cumin
• 1 tsp chili powder
• 1/2 tsp salt
• 1/2 tsp black pepper

For the Birria Sauce:

• 4 dried guajillo chilies
• 2 dried ancho chilies
• 2 dried chipotle chilies (optional for spice)
• 1 small onion, quartered
• 4 garlic cloves
• 2 roma tomatoes, chopped
• 1 tsp dried oregano
• 1 tsp ground cumin
• 1/2 tsp ground cinnamon
• 2 cups chicken or beef broth
• 1/4 cup apple cider vinegar
• Salt to taste

For the Consomé:

• Remaining birria sauce
• 1 cup chicken or beef broth
• Fresh cilantro, chopped (for garnish)
• White onion, finely diced (for garnish)
• Lime wedges (for serving)

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Instructions:

1. Prepare the Wings:
   • Preheat oven to 400°F (200°C), or set your air fryer to 390°F (200°C).
   • In a large bowl, toss chicken wings with olive oil, garlic powder, onion powder, smoked paprika, cumin, chili powder, salt, and black pepper.
   • Arrange the wings on a baking sheet lined with parchment paper or in the air fryer basket.
   • Bake or air fry for 25-30 minutes, flipping halfway through, until crispy and golden brown.
2. Make the Birria Sauce:
   • Remove stems and seeds from the dried chilies.
   • In a pot of boiling water, soak the chilies for 10-15 minutes until softened.
   • In a blender, combine softened chilies, onion, garlic, tomatoes, oregano, cumin, cinnamon, chicken or beef broth, and apple cider vinegar. Blend until smooth.
   • Strain the sauce through a fine-mesh sieve for a smoother texture.
   • Simmer the sauce in a pan for 10 minutes to deepen the flavor. Season with salt to taste.
3. Coat the Wings:
   • Toss the cooked wings in the birria sauce, ensuring they are fully coated.
   • Place them back in the oven or air fryer for an additional 5-7 minutes to caramelize the sauce.
4. Prepare the Consomé:
   • In a saucepan, combine the remaining birria sauce with chicken or beef broth. Simmer for 5 minutes to warm through.
   • Garnish the consomé with fresh cilantro and diced white onion.
5. Serve:
   • Serve the birria wings hot with the consomé on the side for dipping.
   • Add lime wedges for squeezing over the wings, and enjoy!

These Birria Wings with Consomé are packed with bold, spicy flavors and perfect for a special meal or party!