Step 1

Preheat the oven to 120C/250F and place a rack on a large baking tray.

Step 2

Cut each wing at the joint so you have a mini wing and a drumette. Dry the wings with paper towels, then place in a large bowl and add the baking powder, salt and pepper. Toss to combine. Note - it's important to dry the wings first so they only get a light coating. Discard any remaining coating once tossed together.

Step 3

Place in a single layer on the rack. It's fine for them to be touching slightly. Place on the lower shelf of the oven for 30 minutes.

Step 4

After 30 minutes, turn the oven up to 220C/425F and rotate the tray for even cooking. Cook for a further 45-50 minutes until the wings are lightly golden and crispy (if your wings aren't particularly meaty, cook for 10 minutes less). Take out of the oven.

Step 5

Whilst the wings are baking, make the barbecue sauce. Place all of the ingredients in a saucepan and mix together.

Step 6

Heat over a medium-high heat, until boiling, then simmer for 5 minutes. Turn off the heat.

Step 7

Toss the barbecue sauce with the wings and serve straightaway.