Buffalo Wing Seasoning

Pellicano's Buffalo Wing Seasoning

All the Flavor, Zero the Mess

Pellicano's Buffalo Wing Seasoning is an ingenious blend designed to deliver the intense, complex flavor of liquid Buffalo sauce—tangy, spicy, and savory—in a convenient dry form. This blend goes far beyond simple heat by incorporating all three essential flavor elements of a great Buffalo wing:

1. The Heat: Provided by a balanced mix of Spices and the color-rich Paprika and Oleoresin Paprika.
2. The Tang: Created by Sodium Diacetate, a dry component that replicates the essential vinegar zing of traditional wing sauce.
3. The Savory Finish: Achieved through Garlic Powder, Sugar, and a specialty Blue Cheese Flavor blend that adds the characteristic creamy, umami-rich note typically provided by a side of blue cheese dressing.

This finely milled powder ensures the flavor adheres perfectly to crispy wing skin, fries, or any snack, guaranteeing an intense, bar-style flavor experience.

Ultimate Game Day Versatility

This seasoning's addictive flavor profile makes it perfect for countless snack and meal applications:

• Dry Rub Wings: The primary use. Toss crispy baked, fried, or air-fried wings immediately after cooking to coat them in a beautiful, flavorful crust.
• Fries and Potatoes: Sprinkle liberally over hot french fries, potato wedges, or tater tots for an instant, zesty flavor upgrade.
• Popcorn: Mix into melted butter and toss with popcorn for a truly unique and savory snack experience.
• Chicken Tenders: Use as a dredge or seasoning for homemade chicken tenders or store-bought frozen options before baking or frying.
• Dips and Sauces: Stir a teaspoon into sour cream or mayonnaise to create a fast, tangy dipping sauce.

Fun Fact: The Science Behind the Tang

In traditional Buffalo sauce, the signature tang comes from white distilled vinegar. In dry seasonings, moisture is the enemy, so liquid vinegar cannot be used. The solution is Sodium Diacetate. This colorless sodium salt, often used in food preservation, has a strong, characteristic vinegary aroma and a salty, acidic taste. Its presence is what allows this dry rub to perfectly mimic the sharp, palate-cleansing tang of the original sauce, giving the seasoning its authentic, mouthwatering Buffalo complexity.

Easy Recipe: Crispy Dry Rub Wings (Serves 4)

This simple method uses the seasoning to create an intense, crispy flavor coating without the need for saucing.

Ingredients:

• 2 Lbs. Chicken Wings (Split)
• 2 Tbsp. Baking Powder
• 3 Tbsp. Pellicano's Buffalo Wing Seasoning
• 1 Tbsp. Olive Oil

Instructions:

1. Prep: Pat the Chicken Wings completely dry with paper towels.
2. Coat: In a large bowl, toss the wings with Olive Oil. Then, sprinkle the Baking Powder and Buffalo Wing Seasoning over the wings. Toss thoroughly until every wing is evenly coated.
3. Bake: Arrange the wings on a wire rack placed over a foil-lined baking sheet. Bake at 425°F for 40 to 45 minutes, flipping them halfway through, until the skin is golden brown and crispy.
4. Serve immediately.

Ingredients: Salt, Spices, Sodium Diacetate, Paprika, Sugar, Garlic Powder, Blue Cheese Flavor {Shortening Powder (Soybean Oil, Corn Syrup, Sodium Caseinate, Mono & Diglycerides, Nonfat Dry Milk, Natural Flavor, Whey, Salt, Sodium Citrate and Dry Yeast)}, Natural Flavors, Oleoresin Paprika, and Not More Than 2% of Silicon Dioxide Added to Prevent Caking.