Brown Stewed Chicken Wings

Steps

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1. 1
   Prepare the chicken wings by cleaning with lemon juice and vinegar and removing excess feathers. Coat with a little oil and season with salt, mixed herbs, freshly cracked black pepper, spiced Jamaica red seasoning, curry powder, and homemade green seasoning.
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   Mix all seasoning together thoroughly using your hands. Marinate overnight for best results if you have time, or at least 10 to 15 minutes.
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   Heat oil in a pot over medium-high heat, then add brown sugar. Let it caramelize for about 5 minutes until it turns dark brown, being careful not to burn it as it will become bitter.
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   Add the seasoned chicken wings to the caramelized sugar, cover, and let sit for about 5 minutes without stirring.
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   After 5 minutes, stir the wings and allow all the juices to dry up—this is the key to developing a rich stew flavor.
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   Add freshly grated garlic and ginger, cover again, and let cook for another 5 minutes.
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   Combine tomato puree with water (about 2 cups total) along with remaining green seasoning and one whole scotch bonnet pepper, then pour into the pot.
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   Simmer for about 40 minutes until the wings are cooked through but still hold their shape.
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   Garnish with freshly chopped parsley and serve with steamed vegetables, rice, and peas if desired.
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