Persian Saffron Lemon Chicken Wings Recipe - Barbecuebible.com

Ingredients

• 1 teaspoon saffron threads
• 1 medium onion, peeled and grated
• 1 cup plain Greek-style whole milk yogurt, such a Fage brand
• 2 teaspoons coarse salt (kosher or sea), or more to taste
• 1 teaspoon freshly ground black pepper, or more to taste
• 1/4 cup plus 2 tablespoons fresh lemon juice
• 1/4 cup extra-virgin olive oil
• 18 chicken wings (about 4 pounds)
• 4 tablespoons (1/2 stick) salted butter
• 3 tablespoons pomegranate molasses (optional), for serving
• 3 tablespoons chopped fresh flat-leaf parsley (optional), for serving
• 2 lemons, cut into wedges, for serving
• Flat metal skewers (optional)