Marinated Chicken Wings

Marinated Chicken Wings

Chicken Wings
1 1/2 limes
1/2 cup fresh cilantro leaves
1/4 cup vegetable oil
2 tablespoons honey
1 to 2 jalapeno peppers, trimmed and sliced
2 teaspoons tomato paste
4 cloves garlic, chopped
Pinch salt
3 Pounds chicken wings, rinsed and patted dry
Salt and freshly ground black pepper

Avocado Dip
1 avocado
3 teaspoons fresh cilantro leaves, chopped
1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice
1 clove garlic, minced
1/4 teaspoon salt
Freshly ground black pepper, to taste.

For marinade, finely grate the zest and squeeze the juice from the limes. In a blender, combine zest and juice with the remaining marinade ingredients; puree until smooth. Pour marinade over the chicken and toss to coat. Cover with plastic wrap; refrigerate overnight.

Preheat broiler. Arrange chicken on a baking sheet. Season with salt and pepper. Broil at least 6 inches from heat for 4 to 5 minutes per side or until chicken is crispy on the outside and cooked through. Serve with avocado dip.

For avocado dip, peel and pit one avocado; cut into chunks. Place avocado in a medium bowl; mash. Fold in 3 teaspoons chopped fresh cilantro leaves; 1 1/2 teaspoons lime juice; 1 clove of garlic, minced; 1/4 teaspoon salt; and freshly ground black pepper to taste. Serves 6