Seasonal Sensations · Jamaican
Spicy Jamaican Jerk Chicken Wings with Sweet Mango Salsa & Cool Coconut Rice
A tropical taste explosion perfect for your summer barbecue
Experience the fiery kick of Jamaican jerk spices complemented by a sweet mango salsa and creamy coconut rice. This dish brings the vibrant flavors of the Caribbean to your backyard, perfect for any summer gathering.
A recipe by Nadia · Dietary & Wellness · Cookbookverse Kitchen
Prep
35 min
Cook
1 hr
Serves
4
Difficulty
Intermediate
Ingredients
Jerk Chicken Wings
- 2 lbs chicken wings
- 2 tbsp olive oil
- 2 tbsp Jamaican jerk seasoning
- 1 lime, juiced
- 1 tbsp brown sugar
- 2 cloves garlic, minced
- 1 tsp fresh ginger, grated
Mango Salsa
- 1 ripe mango, diced
- 1/4 cup red onion, finely chopped
- 1 jalapeño, seeded and minced
- 2 tbsp fresh cilantro, chopped
- 1 lime, juiced
- Salt to taste
Coconut Rice
- 1 cup jasmine rice
- 1 cup coconut milk
- 1 cup water
- 1/2 tsp salt
Method
- 1
Marinate the Chicken Wings
In a large bowl, mix olive oil, jerk seasoning, lime juice, brown sugar, garlic, and ginger. Add chicken wings and toss until they're well coated. Cover and refrigerate for at least 2 hours, or overnight for best results.
- 2
Prepare the Mango Salsa
In a medium bowl, combine diced mango, red onion, jalapeño, cilantro, and lime juice. Add salt to taste. Mix well and refrigerate until ready to serve.
- 3
Cook the Coconut Rice
In a medium saucepan, combine jasmine rice, coconut milk, water, and salt. Bring to a boil over medium-high heat. Once boiling, reduce heat to low, cover, and simmer for 15 minutes. Remove from heat and let stand, covered, for 5 minutes. Fluff with a fork before serving.
- 4
Grill the Chicken Wings
Preheat your grill to medium heat. Grill the marinated chicken wings for 30-35 minutes, turning every 5-7 minutes, until they are well-browned and cooked through. The internal temperature should reach 165°F, and the juices should run clear when pierced with a fork.
- 5
Serve
Serve the spicy jerk chicken wings hot off the grill with a generous scoop of mango salsa and a side of coconut rice. Enjoy the burst of flavors!
Origin story
Originating from Jamaica, jerk seasoning is a flavorful and spicy blend traditionally used on chicken and pork. Paired with the island's luscious mangos and the widespread use of coconut, this dish is a harmonious blend of traditional flavors that capture the essence of Caribbean culinary art.
