CARIBBEAN GUAVA WINGS

Reimagine your wing game with a tropical twist. These wings are coated in a vibrant guava sauce that balances sweet, tangy and savory in the most addictive way. Bright Caribbean flavor meets crispy, golden chicken perfect for happy hour spreads, game days or anytime you want wings that feel a little elevated but still hit every comfort note.

INGREDIENTS

Guava Sauce

• ½ cup guava jelly

• ⅓ cup guava juice or guava purée

(or 14 oz guava paste + 2 cups water, warmed and blended smooth)

• 2 tbsp tamari (or low-sodium soy sauce)

• 1 tbsp vinegar (apple cider or white)

• 1 tsp hot sauce (adjust to taste)

• 1 tsp Dash of Dacy Salt & Pepper Blend (or similar blend)

• ½ tsp Dash of Dacy Garlicky Onion Herb (or similar blend)

• Pinch white pepper

• 1 tbsp unsalted butter (stirred in at the end for shine + richness)

Wings

• 4 lb chicken wingettes

• 1 tbsp neutral oil (vegetable or canola)

• 2–3 tbsp Dash of Dacy Adobo Mojo (or similar blend)

• 2–3 tbsp Dash of Dacy Garlicky Onion Herb (or similar blend)

METHOD

1. Make the Guava Glaze

1. In a saucepan over medium heat, combine guava jelly, guava juice (or purée), tamari, vinegar, hot sauce, Salt & Pepper Blend, Garlicky Onion Herband white pepper.

2. Stir continuously and bring to a gentle simmer. Cook 3–5 minutes until slightly thickened and glossy.

3. Remove from heat and stir in 1 tbsp butter until fully melted and smooth.

4. Taste and adjust heat, salt or acidity as needed. Set aside warm.

 

 

2. Prep the Wings

1. Pat wings very dry with paper towels.

2. Toss in a large bowl with oil, Adobo Mojo and Garlicky Onion Herb until evenly coated.

3. Let wings rest at room temperature for 30 minutes for best texture and even cooking.

(Avoid adding extra salt directly,  the glaze brings the seasoning and keeps wings juicy.)

3. Cook the Wings

Deep Fry Method (crispiest):

1. Heat oil to 350–360°F.

2. Fry wings in batches for 10–12 minutes until deeply golden and crisp.

3. Drain on wire rack and rest 10–15 minutes.

Oven Method:

1. Preheat oven to 425–450°F.

2. Toss wings with 1 tbsp baking powder along with seasonings for extra crispiness.

3. Bake on wire rack set over sheet pan for about 45 minutes, flipping once, until crispy and cooked through.

4. Finish & Serve

1. Toss hot wings in warm guava sauce until fully coated.

2. Serve immediately while sticky, glossy and irresistible.

Chef’s Notes

• The butter at the end gives the glaze that restaurant style shine and smooth finish

• Taste your sauce, guava should be bright, not overly sweet

• Resting wings before cooking = crispier skin

• Air fryer works beautifully using the same seasoning method