Popeyes' New Ghost Pepper Wings Add Some Real Heat to the Menu
Katherine Pendrill — September 18, 2020 — Lifestyle
References: fastfoodpost
This fall, Popeyes is looking to turn up the heat with the rollout of its Ghost Pepper Wings.
As some eagle-eyed fans will notice, the Ghost Pepper Wings are actually a returning menu item. After a three-year hiatus, the fan-favorite Ghost Pepper Wings are making a triumphant return. This spicy dish consists of both bone-in chicken wings and drumettes marinated in a blend of exotic peppers, which includes ghost peppers. After marinating for 12 hours, the wings are then battered, breaded, and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown. The result is a deliciously crispy chicken wing that packs a lot of heat.
Fans can also pair their wings with a biscuit as part of Popeyes' Ghost Pepper Wings Box.
Image Credit: Popeyes
As some eagle-eyed fans will notice, the Ghost Pepper Wings are actually a returning menu item. After a three-year hiatus, the fan-favorite Ghost Pepper Wings are making a triumphant return. This spicy dish consists of both bone-in chicken wings and drumettes marinated in a blend of exotic peppers, which includes ghost peppers. After marinating for 12 hours, the wings are then battered, breaded, and deep-fried until crispy and golden brown. The result is a deliciously crispy chicken wing that packs a lot of heat.
Fans can also pair their wings with a biscuit as part of Popeyes' Ghost Pepper Wings Box.
Image Credit: Popeyes
Trend Themes
1. Spicy Food Trend - Opportunity for restaurants to expand their menus with spicy dishes, such as ghost pepper-infused options.
2. Menu Revival Trend - Chance for food establishments to bring back popular menu items after a hiatus, attracting nostalgic customers.
3. Flavor Innovation Trend - Potential to experiment with exotic pepper blends, pushing boundaries in the culinary world and appealing to adventurous eaters.
Industry Implications
1. Fast Food Industry - Fast-food chains can capitalize on the spicy food trend by offering new menu items featuring ghost peppers or other fiery ingredients.
2. Restaurant Industry - Restaurants can leverage the menu revival trend by reintroducing beloved dishes like the ghost pepper wings, creating buzz among customers.
3. Food Manufacturing Industry - Food manufacturers have an opportunity to develop innovative pepper blends for both the fast-food and restaurant industries, catering to the demand for unique flavors.
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