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Grilled OLD BAY Malt Vinegar Wings

Prep
10 min
Cook
25 min
Yield
6 servings
Level
medium
Cuisine
American
Grilled OLD BAY Malt Vinegar Wings

Chicken wings tossed with vegetable oil and OLD BAY Malt Vinegar Seasoning, then grilled over medium heat and finished with a tangy butter and lemon juice coating. Quick weeknight dinner or game day appetizer that delivers bold seasoning and tender, juicy meat.

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Method

6 steps
  1. 1

    Whisk 1 tablespoon OLD BAY Malt Vinegar Seasoning with melted butter and lemon juice in a large bowl; set aside.

  2. 2

    Toss wings with vegetable oil in a separate large bowl.

  3. 3

    Sprinkle remaining 1 tablespoon seasoning over oiled wings and toss to coat evenly.

  4. 4

    Grill wings over medium heat, turning occasionally, until cooked through and internal temperature reaches 165°F.

  5. 5

    Transfer hot grilled wings to the butter mixture and toss to coat well.

  6. 6

    Serve immediately with ranch or blue cheese dressing if desired.

Tips

Tip 1

Turn wings every few minutes to ensure even cooking and prevent flare-ups.

Tip 2

If internal thermometer is unavailable, juices should run clear when pierced at thickest part.

Good to Know

Storage

Leftover wings keep refrigerated up to 3 days; reheat gently to avoid drying.

Make Ahead

Prepare butter mixture up to 1 day ahead. Cook wings fresh to maintain crispy exterior.

Serve With

Serve hot with ranch or blue cheese dressing on the side.

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Common Mistakes

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Do not skip turning wings to avoid uneven cooking and burnt spots.

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Do not overcrowd the grill to avoid steam and reduced browning.

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Do not add butter mixture to wings until immediately before serving to preserve crispness.

Substitutions

unsalted butter→
salted butter1:1neutral

reduces salt control

Full guide →
vegetable oil→
olive oil1:1neutral

lighter smoke point; use on lower heat

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fresh lemon juice→
white vinegar1:1acidic

sharper tang

Full guide →
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