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Wings & Chips with a Zesty Township Twist

Air Fried Chicken with wings

When township taste meets air-fryer convenience, you get this sizzling breakfast plate that’s proudly Mzansi. Featuring bold Amapelepele spices and a rainbow salad that now includes the iconic feta cheese, this dish is easy on the prep but rich in flavour and flair.

⏱ Preparation Time

  • Prep: 15 minutes
  • Cook: 25 minutes
  • Total: 40 minutes

Ingredients

For the Wings:

  • 500g chicken wings
  • 1 tbsp crushed garlic
  • 1½ tbsp Amapelepele Grill Zonke spice
  • Cooking spray or oil (for air fryer)

For the Chips (Fries):

  • 3 medium potatoes, peeled and cut into strips
  • 1 tbsp Amapelepele Chip Spice
  • Light drizzle of oil

For the Green Salad:

  • ½ red pepper, sliced
  • ½ green pepper, sliced
  • ½ yellow pepper, sliced
  • ¼ red onion, thinly sliced
  • Handful of baby tomatoes
  • Lettuce leaves (washed and torn)
  • A few olives (black or green)
  • ¼ cup feta cheese, crumbled
  • Creamy salad dressing of your choice

Method

Step 1: Prep Your Wings

  1. Coat the chicken wings in crushed garlic and Amapelepele Grill Zonke spice.
  2. Preheat your air fryer to 180°C.
  3. Spray lightly with oil and air-fry for 20–25 minutes, turning halfway for even crisping.

Step 2: Make the Chips

  1. Season potato strips with oil and Amapelepele Chip Spice.
  2. Air-fry at 200°C for 18–20 minutes, shaking the basket halfway for perfect texture.

Step 3: Toss the Salad

  1. In a bowl, mix peppers, onions, tomatoes, lettuce, olives, and crumbled feta.
  2. Drizzle with creamy dressing and toss gently to coat.
  3. Let the salad sit for 5 minutes so the flavours can deepen.

Pro Tip

Serve everything hot, with a splash of lemon on the wings and an extra grind of black pepper over the salad. Add some amapiano tunes and you’ve got the full sensory experience!

Amapelepele Spices
A selection of spices are available www.amapelepele.co.za or order via WhatsApp on 064 803 7147.
Free Delivery in Gauteng.

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