Crispy Masala Wings With Creamy Tikka Dipping Sauce
These crispy masala wings are perfectly seasoned with warm spices like garam masala, cumin, and smoked paprika. Air-fried to golden perfection, they’re then tossed in a buttery garlic cilantro mixture and served with a creamy, tangy tikka masala dipping sauce. The perfect fusion of bold flavors for an unforgettable snack or meal! Follow Ronica on Instagram for more recipes!
Tasty Team
88% would make again
Total Time
34 minutes
34 min
Prep Time
10 minutes
10 min
Cook Time
24 minutes
24 min
Total Time
34 minutes
34 min
Prep Time
10 minutes
10 min
Cook Time
24 minutes
24 min
Ingredients
for 4 servings
Wings:
- 2 lb chicken wings
- 3 tablespoons avocado oil
- 1.5 tablespoons baking powder
- 2 tablespoons ground cumin
- 2 teaspoons ground coriander
- 2 teaspoons garam masala
- 1 teaspoon turmeric powder
- 2 teaspoons smoked paprika
- 2 teaspoons garlic powder
- 1 teaspoon salt, (or to taste)
Garlic butter:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- 4 garlic cloves, minced
Tikka Masala Dipping Sauce:
- 4 tablespoons butter
- ¼ cup onion, finely chopped
- 1 tablespoon ginger, minced
- 1 tablespoon garlic, minced
- 1 teaspoon garam masala
- 1 teaspoon ground cumin
- 1 teaspoon ground coriander
- ½ teaspoon turmeric powder
- 1 tablespoon tomato paste
- ½ cup tomato sauce
- ½ cup heavy cream
- 2 tablespoons lemon juice
- salt, to taste
- fresh cilantro, chopped, for garnish
- lime wedge, for garnish (optional)
Nutrition Info
- Calories 893
- Fat 81g
- Carbs 13g
- Fiber 2g
- Sugar 2g
- Protein 37g
Estimated values based on one serving size.
Preparation
- Prep the Chicken Wings: Pat your chicken wings dry. In a large bowl, toss the wings with avocado oil, baking powder, and all the spices (cumin, coriander, garam masala, turmeric, smoked paprika, garlic powder, and salt).
- Preheat the air fryer to 400°F (200°C). Air fry the wings for 24 minutes, flipping halfway through, about 12 minutes, or until crispy and golden brown.
- While the wings are cooking, melt the butter and sauté the garlic for 1-2 minutes in a large pan. Set aside.
- Prepare the Tikka Masala Dipping Sauce: In a pan, melt butter and sauté onion, ginger, and garlic for 1-2 mins. Add spices and tomato paste, cooking until fragrant, about 30 seconds.
- Stir in tomato sauce, cook for 5 mins then add cream and lemon juice and cook for 3-4 mins. Mix the sauce until smooth and season with salt. You can use a blender for a smoother texture.
- Once the wings are cooked, toss them in the garlic butter and garnish with fresh cilantro.
- Serve the wings with the creamy tikka dipping sauce on the side and lime wedges.
- Enjoy!
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