Turkey Wing Buffalo Wings
Turkey Wing Buffalo Wings are a hearty, protein-packed variation of the classic American bar food, typically made by deep-frying large turkey wings and tossing them in a spicy, tangy cayenne-based hot sauce and butter mixture. They are a popular appetizer or game-day snack in the United States, especially in regions like the Northeast and Midwest.
🍽️ Nutrition at a glance
This dish is high in protein and fat, with minimal carbohydrates unless breaded. A typical serving provides a substantial amount of iron and B vitamins, with a calorie count that can range from 300 to 500 kcal depending on the size of the wing and the amount of sauce used.
Nutrition breakdown
| Calories | 450 kcal |
| Protein | 35 g |
| Carbs | 3 g |
| Fat | 32 g |
| Fiber | 0 g |
| Sugar | 1 g |
| Sodium | 950 mg |
| Iron | 3.5 mg |
| Niacin (B3) | 10 mg |
| Vitamin B6 | 0.8 mg |
| Phosphorus | 250 mg |
| Selenium | 30 mcg |
| Zinc | 4 mg |
| Potassium | 350 mg |
| Vitamin B12 | 1.2 mcg |
Per 2 medium turkey wings, fried and sauced (about 280 g) · estimated, varies by recipe
💡 What's interesting
Culturally, Buffalo wings are named after Buffalo, New York, where they were invented in 1964; using turkey wings is a modern twist that offers more meat per wing. Nutritionally, turkey is a leaner protein source than chicken, though the frying and sauce add significant fat and sodium.
