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Crispy Turmeric-and-Pepper-Spiced Chicken Wings

By Andy Baraghani

4.7

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Spice rubbed chicken wings piled on a plate with lemon wedges.
Photo by Alex Lau, Prop Styling by Aneta Florczyk, Food Styling by Susie Theodorou

Starting the wings in a cold oven allows the fat to render slowly so they get even crispier. Pour off the infused fat and save for stir-fries or cooking crispy eggs.  

  

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